Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WILLOW TREE FAMILY DOCTORS
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,996
Total Quantity
890.0K
NHS Cost
£21.2K
vs National Avg
+96.1%
WILLOW TREE FAMILY DOCTORS prescribed 6,996 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £21,177 to the NHS. This is 96.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
586
Jun 2026
567
Jun 2026
565
Jun 2026
605
Jun 2026
548
Jun 2026
653
Jun 2026
556
Jun 2026
623
Jun 2026
597
Jun 2026
564
Jun 2026
556
Jun 2026
576
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,996 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 890,030 |
| Total NHS Cost | £21,177 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +96.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,996 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +96.1% 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.