Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SAFFRON HEALTH PARTNERSHIP
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
8,964
Total Quantity
702.0K
NHS Cost
£27.4K
vs National Avg
+151.3%
SAFFRON HEALTH PARTNERSHIP prescribed 8,964 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £27,395 to the NHS. This is 151.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
815
Jul 2026
694
Jul 2026
763
Jul 2026
772
Jul 2026
744
Jul 2026
759
Jul 2026
726
Jul 2026
792
Jul 2026
770
Jul 2026
668
Jul 2026
711
Jul 2026
750
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 8,964 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 701,960 |
| Total NHS Cost | £27,395 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +151.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 8,964 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +151.3% 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.