Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at RICHMOND MEDICAL GROUP
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,868
Total Quantity
277.4K
NHS Cost
£9.9K
vs National Avg
-19.6%
RICHMOND MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 2,868 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,940 to the NHS. This is 19.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
267
Jul 2026
248
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
262
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
248
Jul 2026
259
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,868 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 277,394 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,940 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -19.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,868 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -19.6% 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.