Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE COLLEGE PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
13,937
Total Quantity
1.1M
NHS Cost
£43.9K
vs National Avg
+290.7%
THE COLLEGE PRACTICE prescribed 13,937 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £43,909 to the NHS. This is 290.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
1,138
Jul 2026
1,107
Jul 2026
1,207
Jul 2026
1,165
Jul 2026
1,126
Jul 2026
1,232
Jul 2026
1,179
Jul 2026
1,161
Jul 2026
1,220
Jul 2026
1,067
Jul 2026
1,155
Jul 2026
1,180
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 13,937 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,137,387 |
| Total NHS Cost | £43,909 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +290.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 13,937 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +290.7% 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.