Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SHEFFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,231
Total Quantity
138.7K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
-37.5%
SHEFFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,231 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,559 to the NHS. This is 37.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
165
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
169
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,231 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 138,662 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,559 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -37.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,231 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -37.5% 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.