Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ACORN GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,188
Total Quantity
198.0K
NHS Cost
£6.8K
vs National Avg
-38.7%
ACORN GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 2,188 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,804 to the NHS. This is 38.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
208
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
176
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
164
Jun 2026
159
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,188 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 197,981 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,804 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,188 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -38.7% 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.