Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE FAMILY PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,663
Total Quantity
188.8K
NHS Cost
£6.8K
vs National Avg
-53.4%
THE FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 1,663 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,753 to the NHS. This is 53.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
131
Jul 2026
149
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
145
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
137
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
130
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,663 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 188,770 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,753 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -53.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,663 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -53.4% 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.