Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ST. PETER'S MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,827
Total Quantity
281.3K
NHS Cost
£8.1K
vs National Avg
-20.8%
ST. PETER'S MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,827 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,060 to the NHS. This is 20.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
242
Jun 2026
225
Jun 2026
255
Jun 2026
234
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
256
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
248
Jun 2026
244
Jun 2026
224
Jun 2026
236
Jun 2026
214
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,827 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 281,323 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,060 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,827 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -20.8% 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.