Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CALDER VIEW SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,996
Total Quantity
250.8K
NHS Cost
£9.3K
vs National Avg
-16%
CALDER VIEW SURGERY prescribed 2,996 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,338 to the NHS. This is 16% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
252
Jun 2026
248
Jun 2026
269
Jun 2026
239
Jun 2026
271
Jun 2026
265
Jun 2026
247
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
277
Jun 2026
231
Jun 2026
248
Jun 2026
222
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,996 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 250,843 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,338 |
| Presentations | 17 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,996 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -16% 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.