Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at GNOSALL
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,778
Total Quantity
277.4K
NHS Cost
£12.6K
vs National Avg
+5.9%
GNOSALL prescribed 3,778 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,564 to the NHS. This is 5.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
321
Jun 2026
310
Jun 2026
312
Jun 2026
312
Jun 2026
331
Jun 2026
327
Jun 2026
305
Jun 2026
325
Jun 2026
318
Jun 2026
300
Jun 2026
311
Jun 2026
306
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,778 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 277,391 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,564 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +5.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,778 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +5.9% 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.