Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DR S M CHEN & PARTNER
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,385
Total Quantity
181.4K
NHS Cost
£6.9K
vs National Avg
-33.1%
DR S M CHEN & PARTNER prescribed 2,385 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,915 to the NHS. This is 33.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
183
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,385 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 181,359 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,915 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -33.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,385 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -33.1% 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.