Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PARTINGTON CENTRAL SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,163
Total Quantity
140.2K
NHS Cost
£5.6K
vs National Avg
-39.4%
PARTINGTON CENTRAL SURGERY prescribed 2,163 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,599 to the NHS. This is 39.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
164
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
201
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
178
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,163 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 140,235 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,599 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -39.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,163 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -39.4% 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.