Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ASHLEA MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,261
Total Quantity
581.4K
NHS Cost
£20.2K
vs National Avg
+19.4%
ASHLEA MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 4,261 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £20,166 to the NHS. This is 19.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
390
Jul 2026
356
Jul 2026
371
Jul 2026
354
Jul 2026
354
Jul 2026
372
Jul 2026
345
Jul 2026
342
Jul 2026
377
Jul 2026
323
Jul 2026
338
Jul 2026
339
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,261 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 581,399 |
| Total NHS Cost | £20,166 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +19.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,261 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +19.4% 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.