Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BIRD-IN-EYE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,353
Total Quantity
231.0K
NHS Cost
£10.8K
vs National Avg
-34%
BIRD-IN-EYE SURGERY prescribed 2,353 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,769 to the NHS. This is 34% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
197
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,353 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 230,960 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,769 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -34% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,353 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -34% 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.