Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CHAUCER SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,928
Total Quantity
169.7K
NHS Cost
£4.9K
vs National Avg
-46%
CHAUCER SURGERY prescribed 1,928 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,941 to the NHS. This is 46% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
168
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,928 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 169,682 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,941 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -46% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,928 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -46% 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.