Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CLOISTER ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,538
Total Quantity
258.9K
NHS Cost
£7.8K
vs National Avg
-28.9%
CLOISTER ROAD SURGERY prescribed 2,538 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,766 to the NHS. This is 28.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
233
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
240
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
192
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,538 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 258,927 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,766 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -28.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,538 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -28.9% 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.