Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at STROUD PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,864
Total Quantity
327.2K
NHS Cost
£11.5K
vs National Avg
-19.7%
STROUD PRACTICE prescribed 2,864 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,489 to the NHS. This is 19.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
225
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
229
Jun 2026
246
Jun 2026
241
Jun 2026
245
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
237
Jun 2026
272
Jun 2026
229
Jun 2026
243
Jun 2026
246
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,864 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 327,166 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,489 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -19.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,864 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -19.7% 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.