Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FAMILY PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,192
Total Quantity
186.9K
NHS Cost
£5.9K
vs National Avg
-38.6%
FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 2,192 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,929 to the NHS. This is 38.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
185
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,192 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 186,940 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,929 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,192 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -38.6% 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.