Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DR ME SILVER'S PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,964
Total Quantity
313.9K
NHS Cost
£8.5K
vs National Avg
-16.9%
DR ME SILVER'S PRACTICE prescribed 2,964 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,528 to the NHS. This is 16.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
251
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
263
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
265
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
282
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,964 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 313,900 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,528 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,964 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -16.9% 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.