Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ST JAMES MEDICAL PRACTICE1

Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System

Items (12m)

1,128

Total Quantity

139.2K

NHS Cost

£4.8K

vs National Avg

-68.4%

ST JAMES MEDICAL PRACTICE1 prescribed 1,128 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,797 to the NHS. This is 68.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

103

Jul 2026

103

Jul 2026

114

Jul 2026

104

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,128
Total Quantity	139,244
Total NHS Cost	£4,797
Presentations	7 different forms
vs National Average	-68.4%

Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,128 items
National average per practice	3,567 items
Difference	-68.4% 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.