Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DOLPHINS PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,554
Total Quantity
328.6K
NHS Cost
£13.4K
vs National Avg
-28.4%
DOLPHINS PRACTICE prescribed 2,554 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,401 to the NHS. This is 28.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
194
Jun 2026
237
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
221
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,554 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 328,621 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,401 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -28.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,554 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -28.4% 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.