Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NORTHGATE HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,037
Total Quantity
200.5K
NHS Cost
£8.9K
vs National Avg
-42.9%
NORTHGATE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 2,037 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,890 to the NHS. This is 42.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
146
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
168
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,037 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 200,484 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,890 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -42.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,037 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -42.9% 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.