Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE COLNE PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,958
Total Quantity
418.4K
NHS Cost
£15.6K
vs National Avg
-17.1%
THE COLNE PRACTICE prescribed 2,958 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £15,556 to the NHS. This is 17.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
254
Jun 2026
204
Jun 2026
261
Jun 2026
258
Jun 2026
244
Jun 2026
282
Jun 2026
229
Jun 2026
263
Jun 2026
242
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
253
Jun 2026
241
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,958 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 418,444 |
| Total NHS Cost | £15,556 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -17.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,958 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -17.1% 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.