Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BEECH HOUSE MEDICAL PRACT
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,976
Total Quantity
240.4K
NHS Cost
£9.9K
vs National Avg
-16.6%
BEECH HOUSE MEDICAL PRACT prescribed 2,976 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,925 to the NHS. This is 16.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
270
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
266
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
263
Jul 2026
243
Jul 2026
237
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
272
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
238
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,976 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 240,434 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,925 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,976 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -16.6% 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.