Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PROSPECT MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,772
Total Quantity
247.0K
NHS Cost
£7.6K
vs National Avg
-22.3%
PROSPECT MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,772 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,576 to the NHS. This is 22.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
254
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
236
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,772 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 246,976 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,576 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,772 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -22.3% 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.