Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at JAMES STREET GROUP PRACT
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
17,069
Total Quantity
1.4M
NHS Cost
£43.2K
vs National Avg
+378.5%
JAMES STREET GROUP PRACT prescribed 17,069 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £43,221 to the NHS. This is 378.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
1,485
Jul 2026
1,316
Jul 2026
1,558
Jul 2026
1,415
Jul 2026
1,355
Jul 2026
1,533
Jul 2026
1,412
Jul 2026
1,183
Jul 2026
1,686
Jul 2026
1,296
Jul 2026
1,376
Jul 2026
1,454
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 17,069 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,396,253 |
| Total NHS Cost | £43,221 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +378.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 17,069 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +378.5% 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.