Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FAVERSHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,677
Total Quantity
526.7K
NHS Cost
£19.4K
vs National Avg
+3.1%
FAVERSHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 3,677 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £19,366 to the NHS. This is 3.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
303
Jul 2026
263
Jul 2026
327
Jul 2026
311
Jul 2026
309
Jul 2026
309
Jul 2026
302
Jul 2026
341
Jul 2026
314
Jul 2026
273
Jul 2026
317
Jul 2026
308
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,677 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 526,693 |
| Total NHS Cost | £19,366 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +3.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,677 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +3.1% 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.