Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at RUSHDEN MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,562
Total Quantity
349.0K
NHS Cost
£11.0K
vs National Avg
+27.9%
RUSHDEN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 4,562 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,023 to the NHS. This is 27.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
397
Jul 2026
356
Jul 2026
431
Jul 2026
367
Jul 2026
367
Jul 2026
400
Jul 2026
398
Jul 2026
378
Jul 2026
386
Jul 2026
361
Jul 2026
346
Jul 2026
375
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,562 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 348,994 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,023 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +27.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,562 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +27.9% 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.