Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BISHOPS WALTHAM SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
5,499
Total Quantity
440.0K
NHS Cost
£14.6K
vs National Avg
+54.1%
BISHOPS WALTHAM SURGERY prescribed 5,499 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,613 to the NHS. This is 54.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
460
Jul 2026
424
Jul 2026
481
Jul 2026
477
Jul 2026
462
Jul 2026
488
Jul 2026
454
Jul 2026
477
Jul 2026
475
Jul 2026
419
Jul 2026
432
Jul 2026
450
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 5,499 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 439,987 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,613 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +54.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 5,499 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +54.1% 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.