Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MOTE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
5,709
Total Quantity
443.7K
NHS Cost
£16.5K
vs National Avg
+60%
MOTE prescribed 5,709 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,467 to the NHS. This is 60% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
474
Jun 2026
480
Jun 2026
478
Jun 2026
443
Jun 2026
499
Jun 2026
449
Jun 2026
469
Jun 2026
471
Jun 2026
467
Jun 2026
414
Jun 2026
479
Jun 2026
586
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 5,709 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 443,723 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,467 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +60% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 5,709 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +60% 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.