Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HICKINGS LANE MEDICAL CTR
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,176
Total Quantity
254.4K
NHS Cost
£8.7K
vs National Avg
-39%
HICKINGS LANE MEDICAL CTR prescribed 2,176 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,710 to the NHS. This is 39% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
190
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,176 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 254,381 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,710 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -39% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,176 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -39% 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.