Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PORTLAND ROAD PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,198
Total Quantity
176.4K
NHS Cost
£6.2K
vs National Avg
-38.4%
PORTLAND ROAD PRACTICE prescribed 2,198 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,248 to the NHS. This is 38.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
171
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
194
Jun 2026
164
Jun 2026
180
Jun 2026
197
Jun 2026
166
Jun 2026
164
Jun 2026
170
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,198 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 176,360 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,248 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,198 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -38.4% 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.