Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MENDIP COUNTRY PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,529
Total Quantity
208.6K
NHS Cost
£5.6K
vs National Avg
-29.1%
MENDIP COUNTRY PRACTICE prescribed 2,529 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,606 to the NHS. This is 29.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
243
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
213
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
196
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,529 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 208,611 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,606 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,529 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -29.1% 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.