Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE HARVEY PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,811
Total Quantity
368.2K
NHS Cost
£14.2K
vs National Avg
-21.2%
THE HARVEY PRACTICE prescribed 2,811 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,176 to the NHS. This is 21.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
242
Jun 2026
245
Jun 2026
245
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
242
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
252
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
231
Jun 2026
224
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,811 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 368,239 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,176 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,811 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -21.2% 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.