Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PURFLEET CARE CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,463
Total Quantity
209.9K
NHS Cost
£8.8K
vs National Avg
-31%
PURFLEET CARE CENTRE prescribed 2,463 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,766 to the NHS. This is 31% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
203
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,463 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 209,865 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,766 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -31% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,463 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -31% 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.