Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at EASTHAM GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,995
Total Quantity
387.9K
NHS Cost
£12.3K
vs National Avg
+40%
EASTHAM GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 4,995 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,309 to the NHS. This is 40% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
427
Jun 2026
383
Jun 2026
412
Jun 2026
426
Jun 2026
394
Jun 2026
420
Jun 2026
417
Jun 2026
421
Jun 2026
434
Jun 2026
410
Jun 2026
423
Jun 2026
428
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,995 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 387,853 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,309 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +40% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,995 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +40% 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.