Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE BARKANTINE PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
9,988
Total Quantity
692.7K
NHS Cost
£19.8K
vs National Avg
+180%
THE BARKANTINE PRACTICE prescribed 9,988 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £19,809 to the NHS. This is 180% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
826
Jul 2026
729
Jul 2026
810
Jul 2026
852
Jul 2026
785
Jul 2026
985
Jul 2026
901
Jul 2026
914
Jul 2026
810
Jul 2026
732
Jul 2026
855
Jul 2026
789
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 9,988 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 692,683 |
| Total NHS Cost | £19,809 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +180% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 9,988 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +180% 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.