Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SANDRINGHAM PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,817
Total Quantity
191.7K
NHS Cost
£7.4K
vs National Avg
-21%
SANDRINGHAM PRACTICE prescribed 2,817 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,355 to the NHS. This is 21% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
230
Jun 2026
256
Jun 2026
248
Jun 2026
242
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
206
Jun 2026
254
Jun 2026
267
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
230
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,817 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 191,658 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,355 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,817 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -21% 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.