Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MENDLESHAM MEDICAL GROUP
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,787
Total Quantity
316.9K
NHS Cost
£9.8K
vs National Avg
+34.2%
MENDLESHAM MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 4,787 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,834 to the NHS. This is 34.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
340
Jul 2026
335
Jul 2026
511
Jul 2026
422
Jul 2026
359
Jul 2026
436
Jul 2026
372
Jul 2026
394
Jul 2026
388
Jul 2026
380
Jul 2026
421
Jul 2026
429
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,787 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 316,917 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,834 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +34.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,787 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +34.2% 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.