Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ALEXANDRA ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,554
Total Quantity
201.1K
NHS Cost
£6.2K
vs National Avg
-28.4%
ALEXANDRA ROAD SURGERY prescribed 2,554 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,162 to the NHS. This is 28.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
192
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,554 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 201,080 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,162 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -28.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,554 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -28.4% vs national average |
Explore More
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.