Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FAMILY DOCTORS
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
726
Total Quantity
78.4K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
-79.6%
FAMILY DOCTORS prescribed 726 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,593 to the NHS. This is 79.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
61
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 726 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 78,366 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,593 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -79.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 726 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -79.6% 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.