Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at GOODCARE PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
8,476
Total Quantity
755.5K
NHS Cost
£21.7K
vs National Avg
+137.6%
GOODCARE PRACTICE prescribed 8,476 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £21,701 to the NHS. This is 137.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
684
Jun 2026
650
Jun 2026
744
Jun 2026
645
Jun 2026
726
Jun 2026
742
Jun 2026
644
Jun 2026
679
Jun 2026
848
Jun 2026
627
Jun 2026
759
Jun 2026
728
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 8,476 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 755,492 |
| Total NHS Cost | £21,701 |
| Presentations | 17 different forms |
| vs National Average | +137.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 8,476 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +137.6% 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.