Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DR PS BATH'S PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,219
Total Quantity
279.5K
NHS Cost
£8.1K
vs National Avg
-37.8%
DR PS BATH'S PRACTICE prescribed 2,219 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,054 to the NHS. This is 37.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
180
Jun 2026
183
Jun 2026
180
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
186
Jun 2026
179
Jun 2026
194
Jun 2026
175
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,219 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 279,507 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,054 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -37.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,219 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -37.8% 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.