Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ALBRIGHTON MEDICAL PRACT
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,075
Total Quantity
326.6K
NHS Cost
£12.9K
vs National Avg
-13.8%
ALBRIGHTON MEDICAL PRACT prescribed 3,075 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,858 to the NHS. This is 13.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
263
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
261
Jul 2026
279
Jul 2026
243
Jul 2026
283
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
272
Jul 2026
262
Jul 2026
243
Jul 2026
260
Jul 2026
242
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,075 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 326,610 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,858 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -13.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,075 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -13.8% 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.