Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MEIR MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,997
Total Quantity
269.7K
NHS Cost
£8.5K
vs National Avg
-16%
MEIR MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,997 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,531 to the NHS. This is 16% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
253
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
256
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
243
Jul 2026
262
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
276
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
258
Jul 2026
262
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,997 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 269,733 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,531 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,997 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -16% 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.