Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE OVAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,815
Total Quantity
340.4K
NHS Cost
£9.7K
vs National Avg
-21.1%
THE OVAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,815 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,683 to the NHS. This is 21.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
199
Jun 2026
240
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
231
Jun 2026
252
Jun 2026
230
Jun 2026
259
Jun 2026
255
Jun 2026
245
Jun 2026
257
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,815 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 340,359 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,683 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,815 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -21.1% 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.