Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FAIRLANDS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,988
Total Quantity
450.9K
NHS Cost
£15.3K
vs National Avg
+11.8%
FAIRLANDS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 3,988 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £15,255 to the NHS. This is 11.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
321
Jul 2026
287
Jul 2026
340
Jul 2026
357
Jul 2026
326
Jul 2026
342
Jul 2026
359
Jul 2026
346
Jul 2026
358
Jul 2026
292
Jul 2026
356
Jul 2026
304
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,988 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 450,851 |
| Total NHS Cost | £15,255 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +11.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,988 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +11.8% 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.