Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DR HANDA & PARTNER
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,139
Total Quantity
213.3K
NHS Cost
£6.4K
vs National Avg
-12%
DR HANDA & PARTNER prescribed 3,139 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,440 to the NHS. This is 12% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
260
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
310
Jun 2026
255
Jun 2026
257
Jun 2026
254
Jun 2026
268
Jun 2026
278
Jun 2026
267
Jun 2026
226
Jun 2026
270
Jun 2026
267
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,139 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 213,322 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,440 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -12% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,139 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -12% 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.