Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NEWHAM PCN

Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System

Items (12m)
64
Total Quantity
4,677
NHS Cost
£155
vs National Avg
-98.2%

NEWHAM PCN prescribed 64 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £155 to the NHS. This is 98.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
6

Prescribing Details

Total Items64
Total Quantity4,677
Total NHS Cost£155
Presentations6 different forms
vs National Average-98.2%

Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice64 items
National average per practice3,567 items
Difference-98.2% vs national average
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.