Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HOLLYGREEN PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
7,533
Total Quantity
529.4K
NHS Cost
£19.9K
vs National Avg
+111.2%
HOLLYGREEN PRACTICE prescribed 7,533 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £19,895 to the NHS. This is 111.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
625
Jun 2026
596
Jun 2026
654
Jun 2026
661
Jun 2026
611
Jun 2026
653
Jun 2026
614
Jun 2026
632
Jun 2026
640
Jun 2026
593
Jun 2026
626
Jun 2026
628
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 7,533 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 529,359 |
| Total NHS Cost | £19,895 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +111.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 7,533 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +111.2% 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.