Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DR SHANTIR PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,281
Total Quantity
283.1K
NHS Cost
£6.9K
vs National Avg
-36.1%
DR SHANTIR PRACTICE prescribed 2,281 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,908 to the NHS. This is 36.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
197
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
201
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,281 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 283,097 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,908 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,281 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -36.1% 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.