Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE GAMSTON MEDICAL CTR.
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,829
Total Quantity
186.8K
NHS Cost
£5.6K
vs National Avg
-48.7%
THE GAMSTON MEDICAL CTR. prescribed 1,829 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,574 to the NHS. This is 48.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
157
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
149
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
149
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
145
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
156
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,829 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 186,757 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,574 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -48.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,829 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -48.7% vs national average |
Explore More
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.