Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE FORELAND MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,596
Total Quantity
182.1K
NHS Cost
£6.1K
vs National Avg
-27.2%
THE FORELAND MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,596 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,128 to the NHS. This is 27.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
258
Jul 2026
243
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
241
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,596 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 182,105 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,128 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -27.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,596 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -27.2% 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.