Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE CEDAR PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,135
Total Quantity
254.6K
NHS Cost
£6.7K
vs National Avg
-40.2%
THE CEDAR PRACTICE prescribed 2,135 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,729 to the NHS. This is 40.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
164
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
196
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,135 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 254,635 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,729 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,135 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -40.2% 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.