Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SPRINGFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,821
Total Quantity
230.2K
NHS Cost
£6.7K
vs National Avg
-20.9%
SPRINGFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,821 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,690 to the NHS. This is 20.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
259
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
246
Jul 2026
228
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
243
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
228
Jul 2026
234
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,821 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 230,160 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,690 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,821 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -20.9% 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.