Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE ALLAN PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,117
Total Quantity
291.7K
NHS Cost
£9.2K
vs National Avg
-40.7%
THE ALLAN PRACTICE prescribed 2,117 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,226 to the NHS. This is 40.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
175
Jun 2026
164
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
176
Jun 2026
154
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
202
Jun 2026
162
Jun 2026
170
Jun 2026
186
Jun 2026
172
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,117 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 291,700 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,226 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,117 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -40.7% 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.