Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ASHWELL SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,791
Total Quantity
185.3K
NHS Cost
£9.0K
vs National Avg
-21.8%
ASHWELL SURGERY prescribed 2,791 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,975 to the NHS. This is 21.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
234
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
229
Jun 2026
261
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
254
Jun 2026
231
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
233
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,791 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 185,254 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,975 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,791 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -21.8% 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.