Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DR SP TALPAHEWA
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,701
Total Quantity
286.2K
NHS Cost
£7.7K
vs National Avg
-24.3%
DR SP TALPAHEWA prescribed 2,701 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,685 to the NHS. This is 24.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
247
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
230
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
235
Jun 2026
230
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
210
Jun 2026
237
Jun 2026
224
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
219
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,701 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 286,248 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,685 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -24.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,701 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -24.3% 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.