Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BOTTISHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,432
Total Quantity
182.0K
NHS Cost
£6.9K
vs National Avg
-31.8%
BOTTISHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,432 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,874 to the NHS. This is 31.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
197
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
220
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,432 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 181,971 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,874 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -31.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,432 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -31.8% 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.