Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MAYFIELD MEDICAL GROUP
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
5,002
Total Quantity
342.5K
NHS Cost
£13.7K
vs National Avg
+40.2%
MAYFIELD MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 5,002 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,727 to the NHS. This is 40.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
432
Jul 2026
378
Jul 2026
435
Jul 2026
410
Jul 2026
367
Jul 2026
449
Jul 2026
410
Jul 2026
438
Jul 2026
489
Jul 2026
338
Jul 2026
435
Jul 2026
421
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 5,002 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 342,545 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,727 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +40.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 5,002 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +40.2% vs national average |
Explore More
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.