Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HIYOS
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,051
Total Quantity
456.0K
NHS Cost
£12.6K
vs National Avg
+13.6%
HIYOS prescribed 4,051 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,592 to the NHS. This is 13.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
341
Jun 2026
322
Jun 2026
414
Jun 2026
253
Jun 2026
329
Jun 2026
354
Jun 2026
369
Jun 2026
364
Jun 2026
306
Jun 2026
327
Jun 2026
300
Jun 2026
372
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,051 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 455,999 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,592 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,051 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +13.6% 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.