Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE THORPE PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,601
Total Quantity
438.1K
NHS Cost
£14.1K
vs National Avg
+85%
THE THORPE PRACTICE prescribed 6,601 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,068 to the NHS. This is 85% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
586
Jun 2026
507
Jun 2026
562
Jun 2026
562
Jun 2026
552
Jun 2026
611
Jun 2026
537
Jun 2026
554
Jun 2026
556
Jun 2026
517
Jun 2026
532
Jun 2026
525
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,601 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 438,055 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,068 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +85% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,601 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +85% 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.