Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WEST TIMPERLEY MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,648
Total Quantity
288.9K
NHS Cost
£9.4K
vs National Avg
-25.8%
WEST TIMPERLEY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,648 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,391 to the NHS. This is 25.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
240
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
201
Jul 2026
201
Jul 2026
238
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,648 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 288,931 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,391 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -25.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,648 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -25.8% 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.