Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NECHELLS PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,167
Total Quantity
382.9K
NHS Cost
£14.3K
vs National Avg
+16.8%
NECHELLS PRACTICE prescribed 4,167 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,308 to the NHS. This is 16.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
361
Jun 2026
338
Jun 2026
369
Jun 2026
337
Jun 2026
335
Jun 2026
373
Jun 2026
319
Jun 2026
346
Jun 2026
377
Jun 2026
323
Jun 2026
330
Jun 2026
359
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,167 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 382,852 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,308 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,167 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +16.8% 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.