Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DR GILKAR
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
8,674
Total Quantity
438.3K
NHS Cost
£18.1K
vs National Avg
+143.1%
DR GILKAR prescribed 8,674 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £18,137 to the NHS. This is 143.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
766
Jun 2026
654
Jun 2026
784
Jun 2026
697
Jun 2026
702
Jun 2026
745
Jun 2026
687
Jun 2026
747
Jun 2026
769
Jun 2026
652
Jun 2026
736
Jun 2026
735
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 8,674 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 438,294 |
| Total NHS Cost | £18,137 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +143.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 8,674 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +143.1% 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.