Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at AUCKLAND SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,213
Total Quantity
193.9K
NHS Cost
£8.9K
vs National Avg
-38%
AUCKLAND SURGERY prescribed 2,213 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,932 to the NHS. This is 38% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
197
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
165
Jul 2026
207
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,213 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 193,884 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,932 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,213 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -38% 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.