Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ASHTON GP SERVICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,839
Total Quantity
212.6K
NHS Cost
£8.5K
vs National Avg
-20.4%
ASHTON GP SERVICE prescribed 2,839 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,454 to the NHS. This is 20.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
254
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
258
Jul 2026
243
Jul 2026
255
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
254
Jul 2026
227
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,839 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 212,608 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,454 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,839 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -20.4% 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.