Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at STANLEY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,512
Total Quantity
315.2K
NHS Cost
£10.3K
vs National Avg
-29.6%
STANLEY prescribed 2,512 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,250 to the NHS. This is 29.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
247
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
235
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
202
Jun 2026
204
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
216
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,512 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 315,193 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,250 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,512 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -29.6% 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.