Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ORCHARD END

Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System

Items (12m)

1,148

Total Quantity

89.7K

NHS Cost

£3.5K

vs National Avg

-67.8%

ORCHARD END prescribed 1,148 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,457 to the NHS. This is 67.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

106

Jul 2026

101

Jul 2026

107

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,148
Total Quantity	89,723
Total NHS Cost	£3,457
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	-67.8%

Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,148 items
National average per practice	3,567 items
Difference	-67.8% 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.