Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FOXHAYES PRACTICE

Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System

Items (12m)

988

Total Quantity

87.6K

NHS Cost

£2.7K

vs National Avg

-72.3%

FOXHAYES PRACTICE prescribed 988 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,695 to the NHS. This is 72.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	988
Total Quantity	87,606
Total NHS Cost	£2,695
Presentations	9 different forms
vs National Average	-72.3%

Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	988 items
National average per practice	3,567 items
Difference	-72.3% 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.