Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BALHAM PARK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,559
Total Quantity
361.1K
NHS Cost
£13.9K
vs National Avg
+27.8%
BALHAM PARK SURGERY prescribed 4,559 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,860 to the NHS. This is 27.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
396
Jul 2026
361
Jul 2026
433
Jul 2026
339
Jul 2026
391
Jul 2026
381
Jul 2026
385
Jul 2026
356
Jul 2026
401
Jul 2026
336
Jul 2026
388
Jul 2026
392
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,559 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 361,065 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,860 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +27.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,559 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +27.8% 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.