Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SMS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,655
Total Quantity
322.3K
NHS Cost
£9.4K
vs National Avg
-25.6%
SMS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,655 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,436 to the NHS. This is 25.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
229
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,655 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 322,250 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,436 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -25.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,655 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -25.6% 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.