Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BEECHWOOD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,976
Total Quantity
406.5K
NHS Cost
£12.7K
vs National Avg
-16.6%
BEECHWOOD SURGERY prescribed 2,976 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,666 to the NHS. This is 16.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
259
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
262
Jul 2026
256
Jul 2026
248
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
260
Jul 2026
265
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
250
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,976 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 406,479 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,666 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,976 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -16.6% 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.