Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HEALTH E1
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
503
Total Quantity
30.3K
NHS Cost
£692
vs National Avg
-85.9%
HEALTH E1 prescribed 503 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £692 to the NHS. This is 85.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 503 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 30,345 |
| Total NHS Cost | £692 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -85.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 503 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -85.9% 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.