Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE PRACTICE AT 188
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,624
Total Quantity
337.4K
NHS Cost
£11.3K
vs National Avg
+1.6%
THE PRACTICE AT 188 prescribed 3,624 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,340 to the NHS. This is 1.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
291
Jun 2026
317
Jun 2026
304
Jun 2026
307
Jun 2026
314
Jun 2026
293
Jun 2026
280
Jun 2026
290
Jun 2026
341
Jun 2026
283
Jun 2026
302
Jun 2026
302
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,624 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 337,377 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,340 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,624 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +1.6% 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.