Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at LEYBURN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,787
Total Quantity
213.0K
NHS Cost
£6.6K
vs National Avg
-21.9%
LEYBURN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,787 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,649 to the NHS. This is 21.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
228
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
255
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
243
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
251
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,787 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 212,991 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,649 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,787 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -21.9% 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.