Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ALREWAS
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,197
Total Quantity
186.8K
NHS Cost
£8.3K
vs National Avg
-38.4%
ALREWAS prescribed 2,197 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,348 to the NHS. This is 38.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
184
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
170
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
157
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
189
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,197 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 186,842 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,348 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,197 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -38.4% 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.