Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE HILL GP PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,262
Total Quantity
294.2K
NHS Cost
£9.1K
vs National Avg
-36.6%
THE HILL GP PRACTICE prescribed 2,262 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,102 to the NHS. This is 36.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
213
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
205
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,262 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 294,192 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,102 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,262 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -36.6% 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.