Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NORTHBROOK HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
5,515
Total Quantity
515.7K
NHS Cost
£20.4K
vs National Avg
+54.6%
NORTHBROOK HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 5,515 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £20,381 to the NHS. This is 54.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
515
Jul 2026
419
Jul 2026
511
Jul 2026
454
Jul 2026
430
Jul 2026
497
Jul 2026
465
Jul 2026
446
Jul 2026
438
Jul 2026
436
Jul 2026
437
Jul 2026
467
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 5,515 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 515,665 |
| Total NHS Cost | £20,381 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +54.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 5,515 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +54.6% 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.