Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FOUNTAIN PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,571
Total Quantity
342.9K
NHS Cost
£14.1K
vs National Avg
-27.9%
FOUNTAIN PRACTICE prescribed 2,571 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,139 to the NHS. This is 27.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
229
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
234
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
210
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
194
Jun 2026
224
Jun 2026
206
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,571 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 342,938 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,139 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -27.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,571 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -27.9% 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.