Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SHIRLAND MEDICAL
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,693
Total Quantity
245.4K
NHS Cost
£6.9K
vs National Avg
-24.5%
SHIRLAND MEDICAL prescribed 2,693 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,913 to the NHS. This is 24.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
256
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
199
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,693 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 245,400 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,913 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -24.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,693 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -24.5% 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.