Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BROOKSIDE GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
7,221
Total Quantity
1.0M
NHS Cost
£31.6K
vs National Avg
+102.4%
BROOKSIDE GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 7,221 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £31,605 to the NHS. This is 102.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
601
Jun 2026
567
Jun 2026
581
Jun 2026
630
Jun 2026
572
Jun 2026
650
Jun 2026
583
Jun 2026
660
Jun 2026
614
Jun 2026
571
Jun 2026
631
Jun 2026
561
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 7,221 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,004,515 |
| Total NHS Cost | £31,605 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +102.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 7,221 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +102.4% 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.