Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CRAVEN ARMS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,138
Total Quantity
174.9K
NHS Cost
£6.1K
vs National Avg
-40.1%
CRAVEN ARMS SURGERY prescribed 2,138 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,127 to the NHS. This is 40.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
173
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,138 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 174,943 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,127 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,138 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -40.1% 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.