Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at COMMUNITY NURSING
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
53
Total Quantity
4,170
NHS Cost
£168
vs National Avg
-98.5%
COMMUNITY NURSING prescribed 53 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £168 to the NHS. This is 98.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 53 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,170 |
| Total NHS Cost | £168 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -98.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 53 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -98.5% 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.