Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at UPTON ROCKS PRIMARY CARE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
988
Total Quantity
87.7K
NHS Cost
£4.4K
vs National Avg
-72.3%
UPTON ROCKS PRIMARY CARE prescribed 988 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,417 to the NHS. This is 72.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
82
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 988 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 87,735 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,417 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -72.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 988 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -72.3% 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.