Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at EXCEL PRIMARY CARE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
8,986
Total Quantity
648.5K
NHS Cost
£32.1K
vs National Avg
+151.9%
EXCEL PRIMARY CARE prescribed 8,986 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £32,126 to the NHS. This is 151.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
745
Jun 2026
748
Jun 2026
783
Jun 2026
797
Jun 2026
741
Jun 2026
788
Jun 2026
754
Jun 2026
763
Jun 2026
740
Jun 2026
701
Jun 2026
705
Jun 2026
721
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 8,986 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 648,507 |
| Total NHS Cost | £32,126 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +151.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 8,986 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +151.9% 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.