Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BOUGHTON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,138
Total Quantity
167.6K
NHS Cost
£5.5K
vs National Avg
-40.1%
BOUGHTON SURGERY prescribed 2,138 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,466 to the NHS. This is 40.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
165
Jun 2026
183
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
162
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
162
Jun 2026
186
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
166
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
182
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,138 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 167,566 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,466 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,138 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -40.1% 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.