Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HORFIELD HC
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
7,989
Total Quantity
698.3K
NHS Cost
£21.3K
vs National Avg
+123.9%
HORFIELD HC prescribed 7,989 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £21,336 to the NHS. This is 123.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
677
Jul 2026
691
Jul 2026
674
Jul 2026
666
Jul 2026
664
Jul 2026
671
Jul 2026
658
Jul 2026
711
Jul 2026
639
Jul 2026
659
Jul 2026
624
Jul 2026
655
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 7,989 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 698,345 |
| Total NHS Cost | £21,336 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +123.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 7,989 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +123.9% 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.