Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DR SIMS AND PARTNERS
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
7,063
Total Quantity
533.3K
NHS Cost
£19.1K
vs National Avg
+98%
DR SIMS AND PARTNERS prescribed 7,063 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £19,055 to the NHS. This is 98% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
618
Jul 2026
551
Jul 2026
596
Jul 2026
595
Jul 2026
553
Jul 2026
639
Jul 2026
575
Jul 2026
597
Jul 2026
625
Jul 2026
522
Jul 2026
598
Jul 2026
594
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 7,063 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 533,276 |
| Total NHS Cost | £19,055 |
| Presentations | 20 different forms |
| vs National Average | +98% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 7,063 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +98% 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.