Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CHALKHILL FAMILY PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,238
Total Quantity
318.3K
NHS Cost
£10.4K
vs National Avg
-9.2%
CHALKHILL FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 3,238 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,441 to the NHS. This is 9.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
287
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
323
Jul 2026
303
Jul 2026
263
Jul 2026
272
Jul 2026
264
Jul 2026
293
Jul 2026
280
Jul 2026
286
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,238 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 318,287 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,441 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -9.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,238 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -9.2% 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.