Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THROCKLEY PRIMARY CARE CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,847
Total Quantity
296.0K
NHS Cost
£8.8K
vs National Avg
+35.9%
THROCKLEY PRIMARY CARE CENTRE prescribed 4,847 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,774 to the NHS. This is 35.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
392
Jul 2026
357
Jul 2026
417
Jul 2026
342
Jul 2026
374
Jul 2026
421
Jul 2026
410
Jul 2026
341
Jul 2026
551
Jul 2026
387
Jul 2026
406
Jul 2026
449
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,847 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 295,954 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,774 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +35.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,847 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +35.9% 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.