Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PHOENIX HEALTH GROUP
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
8,832
Total Quantity
631.5K
NHS Cost
£21.9K
vs National Avg
+147.6%
PHOENIX HEALTH GROUP prescribed 8,832 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £21,866 to the NHS. This is 147.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
723
Jul 2026
660
Jul 2026
754
Jul 2026
733
Jul 2026
702
Jul 2026
783
Jul 2026
732
Jul 2026
765
Jul 2026
743
Jul 2026
701
Jul 2026
773
Jul 2026
763
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 8,832 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 631,512 |
| Total NHS Cost | £21,866 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +147.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 8,832 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +147.6% 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.