Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FOREST MEDICAL
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
11,071
Total Quantity
743.2K
NHS Cost
£26.9K
vs National Avg
+210.3%
FOREST MEDICAL prescribed 11,071 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £26,922 to the NHS. This is 210.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
937
Jul 2026
901
Jul 2026
952
Jul 2026
957
Jul 2026
867
Jul 2026
934
Jul 2026
921
Jul 2026
886
Jul 2026
1,029
Jul 2026
829
Jul 2026
970
Jul 2026
888
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 11,071 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 743,199 |
| Total NHS Cost | £26,922 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +210.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 11,071 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +210.3% 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.