Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BRAMBLEHAIES SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,290
Total Quantity
243.6K
NHS Cost
£7.2K
vs National Avg
-35.8%
BRAMBLEHAIES SURGERY prescribed 2,290 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,204 to the NHS. This is 35.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
248
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,290 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 243,605 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,204 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -35.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,290 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -35.8% 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.