Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WALLASEY MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
987
Total Quantity
103.0K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
-72.3%
WALLASEY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 987 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,536 to the NHS. This is 72.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
80
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 987 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 102,991 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,536 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -72.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 987 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -72.3% 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.