Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CAREPOINT PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,651
Total Quantity
278.1K
NHS Cost
£8.5K
vs National Avg
-25.7%
CAREPOINT PRACTICE prescribed 2,651 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,518 to the NHS. This is 25.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
259
Jun 2026
222
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
204
Jun 2026
246
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
208
Jun 2026
203
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,651 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 278,068 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,518 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -25.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,651 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -25.7% 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.