Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CARISBROOKE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,942
Total Quantity
320.1K
NHS Cost
£11.5K
vs National Avg
+10.5%
CARISBROOKE SURGERY prescribed 3,942 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,459 to the NHS. This is 10.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
347
Jul 2026
310
Jul 2026
344
Jul 2026
329
Jul 2026
333
Jul 2026
338
Jul 2026
315
Jul 2026
341
Jul 2026
345
Jul 2026
300
Jul 2026
321
Jul 2026
319
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,942 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 320,050 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,459 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +10.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,942 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +10.5% 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.