Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SEDBERGH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,594
Total Quantity
105.2K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
-55.3%
SEDBERGH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,594 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,109 to the NHS. This is 55.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
145
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
127
Jul 2026
138
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
112
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,594 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 105,231 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,109 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -55.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,594 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -55.3% 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.