Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ASHFIELD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,166
Total Quantity
582.7K
NHS Cost
£22.1K
vs National Avg
+16.8%
ASHFIELD SURGERY prescribed 4,166 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £22,108 to the NHS. This is 16.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
354
Jun 2026
299
Jun 2026
379
Jun 2026
326
Jun 2026
356
Jun 2026
340
Jun 2026
332
Jun 2026
367
Jun 2026
390
Jun 2026
312
Jun 2026
362
Jun 2026
349
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,166 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 582,706 |
| Total NHS Cost | £22,108 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,166 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +16.8% 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.