Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CASTLE GARDENS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,468
Total Quantity
235.9K
NHS Cost
£8.8K
vs National Avg
-2.8%
CASTLE GARDENS SURGERY prescribed 3,468 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,793 to the NHS. This is 2.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
289
Jul 2026
267
Jul 2026
295
Jul 2026
273
Jul 2026
282
Jul 2026
293
Jul 2026
294
Jul 2026
274
Jul 2026
326
Jul 2026
276
Jul 2026
287
Jul 2026
312
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,468 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 235,899 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,793 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -2.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,468 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -2.8% 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.