Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ALBERT ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,867
Total Quantity
152.9K
NHS Cost
£5.9K
vs National Avg
-19.6%
ALBERT ROAD SURGERY prescribed 2,867 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,872 to the NHS. This is 19.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
239
Jun 2026
230
Jun 2026
237
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
249
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
245
Jun 2026
254
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
250
Jun 2026
254
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,867 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 152,899 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,872 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -19.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,867 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -19.6% 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.