Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THATCHAM HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
7,892
Total Quantity
818.7K
NHS Cost
£30.7K
vs National Avg
+121.2%
THATCHAM HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 7,892 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £30,707 to the NHS. This is 121.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
631
Jul 2026
620
Jul 2026
695
Jul 2026
692
Jul 2026
639
Jul 2026
682
Jul 2026
627
Jul 2026
683
Jul 2026
684
Jul 2026
594
Jul 2026
720
Jul 2026
625
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 7,892 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 818,700 |
| Total NHS Cost | £30,707 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +121.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 7,892 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +121.2% 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.