Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MODALITY ST HELENS
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
8,703
Total Quantity
686.1K
NHS Cost
£28.4K
vs National Avg
+144%
MODALITY ST HELENS prescribed 8,703 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £28,408 to the NHS. This is 144% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
737
Jun 2026
648
Jun 2026
762
Jun 2026
694
Jun 2026
691
Jun 2026
771
Jun 2026
661
Jun 2026
749
Jun 2026
738
Jun 2026
640
Jun 2026
752
Jun 2026
860
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 8,703 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 686,062 |
| Total NHS Cost | £28,408 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +144% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 8,703 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +144% 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.