Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FITZALAN MEDICAL GROUP
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
7,993
Total Quantity
693.7K
NHS Cost
£29.4K
vs National Avg
+124.1%
FITZALAN MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 7,993 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £29,363 to the NHS. This is 124.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
654
Jul 2026
619
Jul 2026
672
Jul 2026
641
Jul 2026
659
Jul 2026
697
Jul 2026
678
Jul 2026
718
Jul 2026
677
Jul 2026
619
Jul 2026
673
Jul 2026
686
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 7,993 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 693,702 |
| Total NHS Cost | £29,363 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +124.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 7,993 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +124.1% vs national average |
Explore More
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.