Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ST MARKS PMS
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
5,551
Total Quantity
549.6K
NHS Cost
£16.8K
vs National Avg
+55.6%
ST MARKS PMS prescribed 5,551 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,753 to the NHS. This is 55.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
433
Jun 2026
429
Jun 2026
470
Jun 2026
436
Jun 2026
443
Jun 2026
460
Jun 2026
472
Jun 2026
464
Jun 2026
511
Jun 2026
446
Jun 2026
481
Jun 2026
506
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 5,551 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 549,563 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,753 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +55.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 5,551 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +55.6% 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.