Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE CENTRE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,861
Total Quantity
223.2K
NHS Cost
£7.2K
vs National Avg
-19.8%
THE CENTRE SURGERY prescribed 2,861 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,173 to the NHS. This is 19.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
252
Jun 2026
239
Jun 2026
246
Jun 2026
250
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
244
Jun 2026
241
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
240
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
233
Jun 2026
232
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,861 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 223,230 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,173 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -19.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,861 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -19.8% 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.