Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at AXBRIDGE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,924
Total Quantity
247.8K
NHS Cost
£9.2K
vs National Avg
-18%
AXBRIDGE SURGERY prescribed 2,924 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,221 to the NHS. This is 18% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
249
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
234
Jun 2026
246
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
230
Jun 2026
224
Jun 2026
253
Jun 2026
288
Jun 2026
256
Jun 2026
271
Jun 2026
237
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,924 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 247,812 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,221 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -18% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,924 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -18% 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.