Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SOMERCOTES MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,757
Total Quantity
356.5K
NHS Cost
£11.3K
vs National Avg
-22.7%
SOMERCOTES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,757 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,268 to the NHS. This is 22.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
228
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
255
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
236
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,757 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 356,543 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,268 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,757 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -22.7% 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.