Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HODNET MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,138
Total Quantity
178.4K
NHS Cost
£5.4K
vs National Avg
-40.1%
HODNET MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,138 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,443 to the NHS. This is 40.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
157
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
145
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
187
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,138 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 178,401 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,443 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,138 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -40.1% 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.