Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ASHLEY SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,298
Total Quantity
169.8K
NHS Cost
£6.1K
vs National Avg
-35.6%
ASHLEY SURGERY prescribed 2,298 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,060 to the NHS. This is 35.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
186
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
186
Jun 2026
199
Jun 2026
184
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
164
Jun 2026
166
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,298 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 169,750 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,060 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -35.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,298 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -35.6% 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.