Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PLUMSTEAD H/C PMS
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
8,464
Total Quantity
852.8K
NHS Cost
£33.7K
vs National Avg
+137.3%
PLUMSTEAD H/C PMS prescribed 8,464 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £33,695 to the NHS. This is 137.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
742
Jul 2026
659
Jul 2026
776
Jul 2026
691
Jul 2026
690
Jul 2026
749
Jul 2026
674
Jul 2026
713
Jul 2026
732
Jul 2026
654
Jul 2026
704
Jul 2026
680
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 8,464 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 852,750 |
| Total NHS Cost | £33,695 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +137.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 8,464 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +137.3% 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.