Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SPA MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,818
Total Quantity
359.5K
NHS Cost
£12.4K
vs National Avg
-21%
SPA MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,818 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,368 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
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
263
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
231
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,818 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 359,536 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,368 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,818 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.