Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PILLAI
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,237
Total Quantity
321.9K
NHS Cost
£10.4K
vs National Avg
-37.3%
PILLAI prescribed 2,237 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,387 to the NHS. This is 37.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
184
Jun 2026
184
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
183
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
216
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,237 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 321,930 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,387 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -37.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,237 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -37.3% 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.