Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at STEPPING STONE PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,487
Total Quantity
318.7K
NHS Cost
£12.2K
vs National Avg
+25.8%
STEPPING STONE PRACTICE prescribed 4,487 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,224 to the NHS. This is 25.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
381
Jun 2026
344
Jun 2026
310
Jun 2026
442
Jun 2026
366
Jun 2026
433
Jun 2026
386
Jun 2026
362
Jun 2026
406
Jun 2026
376
Jun 2026
370
Jun 2026
311
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,487 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 318,702 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,224 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +25.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,487 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +25.8% 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.