Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at VINE HOUSE HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,383
Total Quantity
438.2K
NHS Cost
£14.8K
vs National Avg
-5.2%
VINE HOUSE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 3,383 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,786 to the NHS. This is 5.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
309
Jul 2026
276
Jul 2026
301
Jul 2026
291
Jul 2026
268
Jul 2026
276
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
365
Jul 2026
272
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
265
Jul 2026
261
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,383 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 438,181 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,786 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -5.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,383 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -5.2% 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.