Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PINFOLD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,343
Total Quantity
138.5K
NHS Cost
£4.5K
vs National Avg
-34.3%
PINFOLD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,343 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,457 to the NHS. This is 34.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
201
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
186
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,343 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 138,520 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,457 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -34.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,343 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -34.3% 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.