Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DR A SINHA
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,014
Total Quantity
177.8K
NHS Cost
£5.9K
vs National Avg
-43.5%
DR A SINHA prescribed 2,014 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,867 to the NHS. This is 43.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
158
Jun 2026
158
Jun 2026
163
Jun 2026
163
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
165
Jun 2026
169
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
163
Jun 2026
186
Jun 2026
173
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,014 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 177,816 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,867 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -43.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,014 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -43.5% 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.