Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BENSHAM FAMILY PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,595
Total Quantity
167.1K
NHS Cost
£4.9K
vs National Avg
-27.3%
BENSHAM FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 2,595 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,881 to the NHS. This is 27.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
213
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
237
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
205
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,595 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 167,081 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,881 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -27.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,595 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -27.3% 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.