Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BURBAGE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,209
Total Quantity
177.0K
NHS Cost
£6.2K
vs National Avg
-38.1%
BURBAGE SURGERY prescribed 2,209 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,227 to the NHS. This is 38.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
191
Jun 2026
174
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
197
Jun 2026
169
Jun 2026
194
Jun 2026
186
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
179
Jun 2026
180
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,209 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 176,995 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,227 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,209 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -38.1% 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.