Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE COMMUNITY PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,164
Total Quantity
313.0K
NHS Cost
£14.3K
vs National Avg
-11.3%
THE COMMUNITY PRACTICE prescribed 3,164 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,314 to the NHS. This is 11.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
269
Jul 2026
269
Jul 2026
279
Jul 2026
279
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
268
Jul 2026
266
Jul 2026
270
Jul 2026
280
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
260
Jul 2026
237
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,164 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 312,975 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,314 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | -11.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,164 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -11.3% 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.