Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at RYDAL
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,531
Total Quantity
325.2K
NHS Cost
£9.7K
vs National Avg
-29.1%
RYDAL prescribed 2,531 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,736 to the NHS. This is 29.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
179
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
197
Jun 2026
224
Jun 2026
191
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
233
Jun 2026
231
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,531 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 325,229 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,736 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,531 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -29.1% 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.