Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at RIVERSIDE FAMILY PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,897
Total Quantity
297.0K
NHS Cost
£11.2K
vs National Avg
+9.2%
RIVERSIDE FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 3,897 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,171 to the NHS. This is 9.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
352
Jul 2026
290
Jul 2026
336
Jul 2026
317
Jul 2026
330
Jul 2026
359
Jul 2026
306
Jul 2026
338
Jul 2026
327
Jul 2026
285
Jul 2026
317
Jul 2026
340
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,897 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 297,010 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,171 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +9.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,897 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +9.2% 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.