Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE CROSS KEYS PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,588
Total Quantity
493.3K
NHS Cost
£18.3K
vs National Avg
+0.6%
THE CROSS KEYS PRACTICE prescribed 3,588 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £18,325 to the NHS. This is 0.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
310
Jun 2026
295
Jun 2026
314
Jun 2026
283
Jun 2026
301
Jun 2026
315
Jun 2026
260
Jun 2026
343
Jun 2026
265
Jun 2026
270
Jun 2026
331
Jun 2026
301
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,588 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 493,279 |
| Total NHS Cost | £18,325 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +0.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,588 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +0.6% 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.