Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE RED PRACTICE WALTON
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,816
Total Quantity
332.1K
NHS Cost
£14.0K
vs National Avg
-21.1%
THE RED PRACTICE WALTON prescribed 2,816 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,050 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
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
265
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
228
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
292
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
226
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,816 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 332,095 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,050 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,816 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.