Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE PULTENEY PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,254
Total Quantity
211.1K
NHS Cost
£6.2K
vs National Avg
-36.8%
THE PULTENEY PRACTICE prescribed 2,254 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,171 to the NHS. This is 36.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
197
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
171
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,254 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 211,069 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,171 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,254 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -36.8% 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.