Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WAVERLEY PMS
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,062
Total Quantity
382.3K
NHS Cost
£14.5K
vs National Avg
-14.2%
WAVERLEY PMS prescribed 3,062 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,527 to the NHS. This is 14.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
237
Jul 2026
248
Jul 2026
272
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
265
Jul 2026
269
Jul 2026
286
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
253
Jul 2026
285
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,062 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 382,318 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,527 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -14.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,062 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -14.2% 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.