Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE GLENSIDE COUNTRY PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,525
Total Quantity
171.3K
NHS Cost
£5.3K
vs National Avg
-29.2%
THE GLENSIDE COUNTRY PRACTICE prescribed 2,525 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,315 to the NHS. This is 29.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
237
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
265
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
203
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,525 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 171,325 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,315 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,525 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -29.2% 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.