Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CHOWDHURY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,712
Total Quantity
139.1K
NHS Cost
£3.9K
vs National Avg
-52%
CHOWDHURY prescribed 1,712 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,930 to the NHS. This is 52% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
137
Jul 2026
157
Jul 2026
127
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
135
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,712 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 139,065 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,930 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -52% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,712 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -52% 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.