Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BRANCH END SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,004
Total Quantity
133.5K
NHS Cost
£4.8K
vs National Avg
-43.8%
BRANCH END SURGERY prescribed 2,004 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,838 to the NHS. This is 43.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
164
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
164
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
169
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,004 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 133,510 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,838 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -43.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,004 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -43.8% 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.