Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BLACKHEATH STANDARD PMS
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,125
Total Quantity
313.5K
NHS Cost
£9.8K
vs National Avg
-40.4%
BLACKHEATH STANDARD PMS prescribed 2,125 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,826 to the NHS. This is 40.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
165
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
172
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,125 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 313,496 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,826 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,125 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -40.4% 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.