Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE RYCOTE PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,522
Total Quantity
382.2K
NHS Cost
£15.3K
vs National Avg
-29.3%
THE RYCOTE PRACTICE prescribed 2,522 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £15,273 to the NHS. This is 29.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
210
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
212
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
212
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
192
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,522 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 382,184 |
| Total NHS Cost | £15,273 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,522 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -29.3% 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.