Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HIGH STREET PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,394
Total Quantity
256.7K
NHS Cost
£6.8K
vs National Avg
-32.9%
HIGH STREET PRACTICE prescribed 2,394 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,819 to the NHS. This is 32.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
213
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
157
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
204
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,394 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 256,723 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,819 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -32.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,394 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -32.9% 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.