Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE LIMEHOUSE PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
9,571
Total Quantity
607.5K
NHS Cost
£19.6K
vs National Avg
+168.3%
THE LIMEHOUSE PRACTICE prescribed 9,571 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £19,603 to the NHS. This is 168.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
777
Jul 2026
690
Jul 2026
968
Jul 2026
912
Jul 2026
626
Jul 2026
891
Jul 2026
877
Jul 2026
746
Jul 2026
766
Jul 2026
712
Jul 2026
849
Jul 2026
757
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 9,571 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 607,506 |
| Total NHS Cost | £19,603 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +168.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 9,571 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +168.3% 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.