Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BALLATER SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,116
Total Quantity
285.0K
NHS Cost
£10.1K
vs National Avg
-40.7%
BALLATER SURGERY prescribed 2,116 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,139 to the NHS. This is 40.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
164
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
186
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,116 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 285,045 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,139 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,116 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -40.7% 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.