Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DR VM PATEL
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,247
Total Quantity
161.1K
NHS Cost
£6.5K
vs National Avg
-65%
DR VM PATEL prescribed 1,247 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,545 to the NHS. This is 65% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
108
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
101
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,247 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 161,126 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,545 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -65% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,247 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -65% 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.