Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BOURN SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,732
Total Quantity
223.7K
NHS Cost
£7.0K
vs National Avg
-23.4%
BOURN SURGERY prescribed 2,732 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,995 to the NHS. This is 23.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
234
Jun 2026
204
Jun 2026
224
Jun 2026
245
Jun 2026
222
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
261
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
253
Jun 2026
206
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,732 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 223,656 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,995 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -23.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,732 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -23.4% 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.