Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DR PALACIN
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,251
Total Quantity
185.6K
NHS Cost
£9.6K
vs National Avg
-36.9%
DR PALACIN prescribed 2,251 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,593 to the NHS. This is 36.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
175
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,251 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 185,562 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,593 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,251 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -36.9% 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.