Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE FAMILY PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,464
Total Quantity
115.1K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
-59%
THE FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 1,464 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,947 to the NHS. This is 59% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
126
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
131
Jul 2026
126
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
127
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
121
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,464 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 115,134 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,947 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -59% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,464 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -59% 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.