Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BLACK TORRINGTON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,785
Total Quantity
128.0K
NHS Cost
£10.1K
vs National Avg
-50%
BLACK TORRINGTON SURGERY prescribed 1,785 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,104 to the NHS. This is 50% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
165
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
158
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,785 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 127,965 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,104 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -50% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,785 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -50% vs national average |
Explore More
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.