Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at STONEHILL MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,647
Total Quantity
589.1K
NHS Cost
£18.0K
vs National Avg
+86.3%
STONEHILL MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 6,647 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £18,013 to the NHS. This is 86.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
572
Jul 2026
550
Jul 2026
556
Jul 2026
553
Jul 2026
529
Jul 2026
550
Jul 2026
553
Jul 2026
565
Jul 2026
570
Jul 2026
507
Jul 2026
553
Jul 2026
589
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,647 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 589,093 |
| Total NHS Cost | £18,013 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +86.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,647 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +86.3% 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.