Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WHITNASH MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,842
Total Quantity
225.2K
NHS Cost
£7.7K
vs National Avg
-48.4%
WHITNASH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,842 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,669 to the NHS. This is 48.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
138
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
158
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,842 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 225,215 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,669 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -48.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,842 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -48.4% 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.