Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PERIVALE MEDICAL CLINIC
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,650
Total Quantity
219.0K
NHS Cost
£5.8K
vs National Avg
-25.7%
PERIVALE MEDICAL CLINIC prescribed 2,650 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,808 to the NHS. This is 25.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
240
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
237
Jul 2026
252
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,650 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 218,971 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,808 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -25.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,650 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -25.7% 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.