Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CARLTON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,874
Total Quantity
333.5K
NHS Cost
£8.8K
vs National Avg
-19.4%
CARLTON SURGERY prescribed 2,874 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,799 to the NHS. This is 19.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
225
Jun 2026
230
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
229
Jun 2026
250
Jun 2026
258
Jun 2026
244
Jun 2026
235
Jun 2026
262
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
256
Jun 2026
245
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,874 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 333,497 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,799 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -19.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,874 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -19.4% 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.