Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE COLLEGE PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,689
Total Quantity
228.7K
NHS Cost
£6.7K
vs National Avg
-24.6%
THE COLLEGE PRACTICE prescribed 2,689 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,678 to the NHS. This is 24.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
240
Jul 2026
256
Jul 2026
260
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
240
Jul 2026
217
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,689 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 228,736 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,678 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -24.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,689 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -24.6% 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.