Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ASHBURTON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,507
Total Quantity
192.1K
NHS Cost
£6.6K
vs National Avg
-29.7%
ASHBURTON SURGERY prescribed 2,507 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,587 to the NHS. This is 29.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
199
Jun 2026
222
Jun 2026
236
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
224
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
207
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
180
Jun 2026
210
Jun 2026
202
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,507 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 192,078 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,587 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,507 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -29.7% 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.