Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NORTON CANES PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,852
Total Quantity
235.1K
NHS Cost
£8.5K
vs National Avg
-48.1%
NORTON CANES PRACTICE prescribed 1,852 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,490 to the NHS. This is 48.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
146
Jun 2026
123
Jun 2026
174
Jun 2026
159
Jun 2026
151
Jun 2026
158
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
149
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
151
Jun 2026
157
Jun 2026
136
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,852 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 235,133 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,490 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -48.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,852 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -48.1% 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.