Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WEST4 GPS
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,786
Total Quantity
219.0K
NHS Cost
£6.8K
vs National Avg
-21.9%
WEST4 GPS prescribed 2,786 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,770 to the NHS. This is 21.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
245
Jun 2026
225
Jun 2026
276
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
237
Jun 2026
235
Jun 2026
235
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
237
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,786 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 219,011 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,770 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,786 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -21.9% 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.