Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SPECIAL ALLOCATION SCHEME (NEL)
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
168
Total Quantity
13.8K
NHS Cost
£471
vs National Avg
-95.3%
SPECIAL ALLOCATION SCHEME (NEL) prescribed 168 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £471 to the NHS. This is 95.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 168 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,811 |
| Total NHS Cost | £471 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -95.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 168 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -95.3% 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.