Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CARTMEL SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,133
Total Quantity
96.4K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
-68.2%
CARTMEL SURGERY prescribed 1,133 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,139 to the NHS. This is 68.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
103
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
89
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,133 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 96,427 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,139 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -68.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,133 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -68.2% 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.