Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FORD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,894
Total Quantity
226.9K
NHS Cost
£8.0K
vs National Avg
-18.9%
FORD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,894 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,024 to the NHS. This is 18.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
246
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
251
Jul 2026
251
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
260
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
244
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,894 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 226,867 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,024 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -18.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,894 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -18.9% 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.