Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PENNYGATE MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,565
Total Quantity
693.4K
NHS Cost
£27.5K
vs National Avg
+84%
PENNYGATE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 6,565 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £27,503 to the NHS. This is 84% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
506
Jul 2026
527
Jul 2026
607
Jul 2026
559
Jul 2026
548
Jul 2026
556
Jul 2026
565
Jul 2026
565
Jul 2026
575
Jul 2026
490
Jul 2026
545
Jul 2026
522
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,565 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 693,387 |
| Total NHS Cost | £27,503 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +84% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,565 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +84% 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.