Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE PEARTREE PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
7,062
Total Quantity
841.8K
NHS Cost
£30.8K
vs National Avg
+98%
THE PEARTREE PRACTICE prescribed 7,062 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £30,843 to the NHS. This is 98% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
642
Jul 2026
562
Jul 2026
615
Jul 2026
605
Jul 2026
572
Jul 2026
578
Jul 2026
549
Jul 2026
637
Jul 2026
568
Jul 2026
557
Jul 2026
549
Jul 2026
628
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 7,062 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 841,820 |
| Total NHS Cost | £30,843 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +98% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 7,062 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +98% 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.