Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at REDLANDS PRIMARY CARE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,851
Total Quantity
510.9K
NHS Cost
£16.9K
vs National Avg
+92%
REDLANDS PRIMARY CARE prescribed 6,851 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,882 to the NHS. This is 92% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
589
Jul 2026
558
Jul 2026
566
Jul 2026
619
Jul 2026
562
Jul 2026
584
Jul 2026
550
Jul 2026
590
Jul 2026
605
Jul 2026
525
Jul 2026
532
Jul 2026
571
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,851 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 510,905 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,882 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +92% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,851 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +92% 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.