Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HEAVITREE PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,725
Total Quantity
228.0K
NHS Cost
£6.9K
vs National Avg
-23.6%
HEAVITREE PRACTICE prescribed 2,725 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,875 to the NHS. This is 23.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
237
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
231
Jun 2026
265
Jun 2026
212
Jun 2026
229
Jun 2026
241
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,725 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 227,975 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,875 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -23.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,725 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -23.6% 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.