Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SINNOTT MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,574
Total Quantity
323.1K
NHS Cost
£9.1K
vs National Avg
-27.8%
SINNOTT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,574 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,058 to the NHS. This is 27.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
253
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
215
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,574 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 323,116 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,058 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -27.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,574 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -27.8% 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.