Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CLAYS PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
9,216
Total Quantity
627.5K
NHS Cost
£21.1K
vs National Avg
+158.3%
CLAYS PRACTICE prescribed 9,216 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £21,123 to the NHS. This is 158.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
787
Jun 2026
688
Jun 2026
806
Jun 2026
790
Jun 2026
749
Jun 2026
828
Jun 2026
762
Jun 2026
807
Jun 2026
792
Jun 2026
708
Jun 2026
729
Jun 2026
770
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 9,216 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 627,471 |
| Total NHS Cost | £21,123 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +158.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 9,216 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +158.3% 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.