Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at COUNTY SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,966
Total Quantity
134.7K
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
-44.9%
COUNTY SURGERY prescribed 1,966 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,660 to the NHS. This is 44.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
170
Jun 2026
161
Jun 2026
164
Jun 2026
158
Jun 2026
157
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
157
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
155
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
168
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,966 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 134,693 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,660 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -44.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,966 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -44.9% 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.