Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MODALITY LEWISHAM (ML)
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
11,643
Total Quantity
1.6M
NHS Cost
£57.1K
vs National Avg
+226.4%
MODALITY LEWISHAM (ML) prescribed 11,643 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £57,130 to the NHS. This is 226.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
1,029
Jun 2026
951
Jun 2026
1,000
Jun 2026
944
Jun 2026
974
Jun 2026
984
Jun 2026
993
Jun 2026
1,023
Jun 2026
975
Jun 2026
892
Jun 2026
956
Jun 2026
922
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 11,643 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,559,379 |
| Total NHS Cost | £57,130 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +226.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 11,643 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +226.4% 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.