Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE STATION PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
8,074
Total Quantity
643.2K
NHS Cost
£26.6K
vs National Avg
+126.3%
THE STATION PRACTICE prescribed 8,074 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £26,647 to the NHS. This is 126.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
660
Jul 2026
661
Jul 2026
694
Jul 2026
683
Jul 2026
629
Jul 2026
678
Jul 2026
672
Jul 2026
671
Jul 2026
693
Jul 2026
649
Jul 2026
692
Jul 2026
692
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 8,074 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 643,199 |
| Total NHS Cost | £26,647 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +126.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 8,074 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +126.3% 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.