Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ACRE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,903
Total Quantity
261.2K
NHS Cost
£7.3K
vs National Avg
-18.6%
ACRE SURGERY prescribed 2,903 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,296 to the NHS. This is 18.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
235
Jun 2026
245
Jun 2026
258
Jun 2026
233
Jun 2026
257
Jun 2026
260
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
236
Jun 2026
247
Jun 2026
210
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
257
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,903 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 261,201 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,296 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -18.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,903 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -18.6% 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.