Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at LCW CLCCG OOH
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
110
Total Quantity
2,604
NHS Cost
£100
vs National Avg
-96.9%
LCW CLCCG OOH prescribed 110 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £100 to the NHS. This is 96.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 110 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,604 |
| Total NHS Cost | £100 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -96.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 110 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -96.9% 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.