Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE CENTRAL SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,087
Total Quantity
339.1K
NHS Cost
£11.7K
vs National Avg
-13.5%
THE CENTRAL SURGERY prescribed 3,087 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,654 to the NHS. This is 13.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
278
Jun 2026
275
Jun 2026
258
Jun 2026
258
Jun 2026
259
Jun 2026
262
Jun 2026
267
Jun 2026
266
Jun 2026
247
Jun 2026
237
Jun 2026
229
Jun 2026
251
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,087 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 339,064 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,654 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | -13.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,087 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -13.5% 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.