Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CORDWALLIS ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,927
Total Quantity
290.6K
NHS Cost
£8.0K
vs National Avg
-18%
CORDWALLIS ROAD SURGERY prescribed 2,927 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,015 to the NHS. This is 18% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
279
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
243
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
261
Jul 2026
247
Jul 2026
264
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
218
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,927 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 290,605 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,015 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -18% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,927 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -18% 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.