Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MERCHEFORD HOUSE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,266
Total Quantity
395.2K
NHS Cost
£15.8K
vs National Avg
+19.6%
MERCHEFORD HOUSE prescribed 4,266 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £15,841 to the NHS. This is 19.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
318
Jul 2026
309
Jul 2026
361
Jul 2026
355
Jul 2026
352
Jul 2026
389
Jul 2026
357
Jul 2026
360
Jul 2026
353
Jul 2026
340
Jul 2026
358
Jul 2026
414
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,266 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 395,208 |
| Total NHS Cost | £15,841 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +19.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,266 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +19.6% 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.