Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE CAMBRIDGE PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
7,341
Total Quantity
954.3K
NHS Cost
£37.8K
vs National Avg
+105.8%
THE CAMBRIDGE PRACTICE prescribed 7,341 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £37,815 to the NHS. This is 105.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
641
Jul 2026
615
Jul 2026
664
Jul 2026
607
Jul 2026
582
Jul 2026
638
Jul 2026
590
Jul 2026
620
Jul 2026
630
Jul 2026
558
Jul 2026
608
Jul 2026
588
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 7,341 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 954,270 |
| Total NHS Cost | £37,815 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +105.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 7,341 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +105.8% 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.