Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CHERRY TREE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,615
Total Quantity
163.2K
NHS Cost
£5.9K
vs National Avg
-26.7%
CHERRY TREE SURGERY prescribed 2,615 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,936 to the NHS. This is 26.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
186
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
236
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
212
Jun 2026
234
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
239
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
210
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,615 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 163,217 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,936 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -26.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,615 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -26.7% 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.