Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at OVERDALE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,409
Total Quantity
306.3K
NHS Cost
£9.4K
vs National Avg
-32.5%
OVERDALE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,409 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,359 to the NHS. This is 32.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
194
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,409 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 306,348 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,359 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -32.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,409 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -32.5% 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.