Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NORTHENDEN GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,346
Total Quantity
369.9K
NHS Cost
£12.1K
vs National Avg
+21.8%
NORTHENDEN GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 4,346 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,084 to the NHS. This is 21.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
384
Jun 2026
341
Jun 2026
378
Jun 2026
360
Jun 2026
341
Jun 2026
370
Jun 2026
347
Jun 2026
374
Jun 2026
375
Jun 2026
335
Jun 2026
379
Jun 2026
362
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,346 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 369,859 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,084 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,346 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +21.8% 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.