Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BEESTON VILLAGE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,318
Total Quantity
238.2K
NHS Cost
£7.2K
vs National Avg
-35%
BEESTON VILLAGE SURGERY prescribed 2,318 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,193 to the NHS. This is 35% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
213
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
188
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,318 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 238,219 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,193 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -35% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,318 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -35% 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.