Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WEAVERS MEDICAL
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
10,767
Total Quantity
783.9K
NHS Cost
£29.6K
vs National Avg
+201.8%
WEAVERS MEDICAL prescribed 10,767 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £29,570 to the NHS. This is 201.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
810
Jul 2026
765
Jul 2026
842
Jul 2026
794
Jul 2026
905
Jul 2026
982
Jul 2026
907
Jul 2026
998
Jul 2026
976
Jul 2026
868
Jul 2026
934
Jul 2026
986
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 10,767 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 783,924 |
| Total NHS Cost | £29,570 |
| Presentations | 18 different forms |
| vs National Average | +201.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 10,767 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +201.8% 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.