Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE VALE PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,127
Total Quantity
133.0K
NHS Cost
£3.9K
vs National Avg
-40.4%
THE VALE PRACTICE prescribed 2,127 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,901 to the NHS. This is 40.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
176
Jun 2026
176
Jun 2026
169
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
170
Jun 2026
172
Jun 2026
194
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,127 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 133,036 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,901 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,127 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -40.4% 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.