Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DR GWD BHIMA
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,138
Total Quantity
127.7K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
-68.1%
DR GWD BHIMA prescribed 1,138 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,441 to the NHS. This is 68.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
102
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
103
Jul 2026
102
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
93
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,138 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 127,728 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,441 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -68.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,138 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -68.1% 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.