Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NEWTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,406
Total Quantity
236.5K
NHS Cost
£8.6K
vs National Avg
-32.6%
NEWTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,406 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,607 to the NHS. This is 32.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
200
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,406 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 236,466 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,607 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -32.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,406 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -32.6% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.