Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ASHVILLE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
5,994
Total Quantity
472.2K
NHS Cost
£17.2K
vs National Avg
+68%
ASHVILLE SURGERY prescribed 5,994 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,195 to the NHS. This is 68% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
502
Jul 2026
489
Jul 2026
529
Jul 2026
497
Jul 2026
478
Jul 2026
520
Jul 2026
510
Jul 2026
508
Jul 2026
526
Jul 2026
477
Jul 2026
488
Jul 2026
470
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 5,994 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 472,238 |
| Total NHS Cost | £17,195 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +68% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 5,994 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +68% 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.