Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE ROXTON PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
18,383
Total Quantity
1.5M
NHS Cost
£53.4K
vs National Avg
+415.3%
THE ROXTON PRACTICE prescribed 18,383 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £53,391 to the NHS. This is 415.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
1,587
Jun 2026
1,418
Jun 2026
1,598
Jun 2026
1,520
Jun 2026
1,484
Jun 2026
1,604
Jun 2026
1,544
Jun 2026
1,550
Jun 2026
1,623
Jun 2026
1,375
Jun 2026
1,500
Jun 2026
1,580
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 18,383 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,454,684 |
| Total NHS Cost | £53,391 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +415.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 18,383 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +415.3% 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.