Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BLACKTHORN
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,469
Total Quantity
327.0K
NHS Cost
£12.1K
vs National Avg
-2.8%
BLACKTHORN prescribed 3,469 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,090 to the NHS. This is 2.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
306
Jul 2026
270
Jul 2026
286
Jul 2026
267
Jul 2026
265
Jul 2026
305
Jul 2026
282
Jul 2026
313
Jul 2026
278
Jul 2026
313
Jul 2026
303
Jul 2026
281
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,469 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 327,034 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,090 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -2.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,469 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -2.8% 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.