Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SOUTHVIEW MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,526
Total Quantity
293.0K
NHS Cost
£9.3K
vs National Avg
-29.2%
SOUTHVIEW MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,526 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,329 to the NHS. This is 29.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
199
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,526 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 292,988 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,329 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,526 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -29.2% 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.