Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE BUSH DOCTORS
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,639
Total Quantity
346.8K
NHS Cost
£9.4K
vs National Avg
+30%
THE BUSH DOCTORS prescribed 4,639 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,363 to the NHS. This is 30% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
358
Jun 2026
378
Jun 2026
408
Jun 2026
418
Jun 2026
362
Jun 2026
395
Jun 2026
390
Jun 2026
420
Jun 2026
396
Jun 2026
363
Jun 2026
369
Jun 2026
382
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,639 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 346,750 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,363 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,639 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +30% 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.