Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CHURCH VIEW SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,011
Total Quantity
454.8K
NHS Cost
£17.5K
vs National Avg
+12.4%
CHURCH VIEW SURGERY prescribed 4,011 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,455 to the NHS. This is 12.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
329
Jul 2026
342
Jul 2026
356
Jul 2026
328
Jul 2026
307
Jul 2026
336
Jul 2026
317
Jul 2026
329
Jul 2026
361
Jul 2026
365
Jul 2026
322
Jul 2026
319
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,011 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 454,768 |
| Total NHS Cost | £17,455 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +12.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,011 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +12.4% 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.