Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DIAMOND HEALTH GROUP
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,234
Total Quantity
451.8K
NHS Cost
£16.8K
vs National Avg
+18.7%
DIAMOND HEALTH GROUP prescribed 4,234 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,848 to the NHS. This is 18.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
365
Jul 2026
331
Jul 2026
391
Jul 2026
326
Jul 2026
327
Jul 2026
366
Jul 2026
359
Jul 2026
371
Jul 2026
384
Jul 2026
317
Jul 2026
348
Jul 2026
349
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,234 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 451,812 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,848 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +18.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,234 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +18.7% 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.