Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at REDWOOD PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,839
Total Quantity
310.9K
NHS Cost
£8.0K
vs National Avg
-20.4%
REDWOOD PRACTICE prescribed 2,839 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,046 to the NHS. This is 20.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
253
Jun 2026
210
Jun 2026
269
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
254
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
268
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
234
Jun 2026
249
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,839 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 310,871 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,046 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,839 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -20.4% 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.