Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BRAITHWAITE RD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,990
Total Quantity
241.7K
NHS Cost
£7.1K
vs National Avg
-44.2%
BRAITHWAITE RD SURGERY prescribed 1,990 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,107 to the NHS. This is 44.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
165
Jun 2026
158
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
160
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
160
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
164
Jun 2026
159
Jun 2026
164
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
165
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,990 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 241,713 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,107 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -44.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,990 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -44.2% 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.