Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CHELFORD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,739
Total Quantity
130.0K
NHS Cost
£3.5K
vs National Avg
-51.3%
CHELFORD SURGERY prescribed 1,739 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,510 to the NHS. This is 51.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
138
Jul 2026
132
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
140
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
127
Jul 2026
140
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,739 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 129,958 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,510 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -51.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,739 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -51.3% 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.