Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THURMASTON HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
5,234
Total Quantity
468.5K
NHS Cost
£14.7K
vs National Avg
+46.7%
THURMASTON HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 5,234 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,657 to the NHS. This is 46.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
451
Jul 2026
430
Jul 2026
470
Jul 2026
447
Jul 2026
401
Jul 2026
468
Jul 2026
427
Jul 2026
460
Jul 2026
453
Jul 2026
393
Jul 2026
418
Jul 2026
416
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 5,234 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 468,502 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,657 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +46.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 5,234 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +46.7% 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.