Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at COBBS GARDEN SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,855
Total Quantity
273.6K
NHS Cost
£10.0K
vs National Avg
-48%
COBBS GARDEN SURGERY prescribed 1,855 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,019 to the NHS. This is 48% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
159
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,855 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 273,594 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,019 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -48% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,855 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -48% 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.