Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ROTHWELL MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
11,722
Total Quantity
948.0K
NHS Cost
£32.3K
vs National Avg
+228.6%
ROTHWELL MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 11,722 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £32,333 to the NHS. This is 228.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
1,008
Jul 2026
914
Jul 2026
1,025
Jul 2026
973
Jul 2026
980
Jul 2026
1,032
Jul 2026
926
Jul 2026
981
Jul 2026
1,032
Jul 2026
891
Jul 2026
966
Jul 2026
994
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 11,722 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 947,967 |
| Total NHS Cost | £32,333 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +228.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 11,722 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +228.6% 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.