Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BARTHOLOMEW MEDICAL GROUP
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
9,388
Total Quantity
779.9K
NHS Cost
£30.2K
vs National Avg
+163.2%
BARTHOLOMEW MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 9,388 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £30,163 to the NHS. This is 163.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
805
Jul 2026
695
Jul 2026
796
Jul 2026
815
Jul 2026
738
Jul 2026
833
Jul 2026
818
Jul 2026
803
Jul 2026
831
Jul 2026
739
Jul 2026
773
Jul 2026
742
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 9,388 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 779,869 |
| Total NHS Cost | £30,163 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +163.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 9,388 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +163.2% 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.