Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FAIRFIELD PMS
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,054
Total Quantity
585.7K
NHS Cost
£17.3K
vs National Avg
+69.7%
FAIRFIELD PMS prescribed 6,054 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,288 to the NHS. This is 69.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
469
Jun 2026
508
Jun 2026
496
Jun 2026
499
Jun 2026
495
Jun 2026
518
Jun 2026
470
Jun 2026
528
Jun 2026
535
Jun 2026
489
Jun 2026
536
Jun 2026
511
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,054 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 585,683 |
| Total NHS Cost | £17,288 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +69.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,054 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +69.7% 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.