Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MERIDIAN PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
616
Total Quantity
47.0K
NHS Cost
£4.5K
vs National Avg
-82.7%
MERIDIAN PRACTICE prescribed 616 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,544 to the NHS. This is 82.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 616 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 46,982 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,544 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -82.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 616 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -82.7% 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.