Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ST. JOHNS GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,302
Total Quantity
493.6K
NHS Cost
£17.0K
vs National Avg
+76.7%
ST. JOHNS GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 6,302 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,036 to the NHS. This is 76.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
516
Jun 2026
491
Jun 2026
554
Jun 2026
542
Jun 2026
510
Jun 2026
556
Jun 2026
524
Jun 2026
548
Jun 2026
540
Jun 2026
470
Jun 2026
529
Jun 2026
522
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,302 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 493,565 |
| Total NHS Cost | £17,036 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +76.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,302 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +76.7% 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.