Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SCOTT ARMS MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,644
Total Quantity
566.4K
NHS Cost
£16.9K
vs National Avg
+30.2%
SCOTT ARMS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 4,644 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,914 to the NHS. This is 30.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
363
Jul 2026
357
Jul 2026
401
Jul 2026
388
Jul 2026
398
Jul 2026
403
Jul 2026
412
Jul 2026
366
Jul 2026
437
Jul 2026
381
Jul 2026
389
Jul 2026
349
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,644 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 566,353 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,914 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,644 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +30.2% 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.