Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DE MONTFORT SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,354
Total Quantity
183.9K
NHS Cost
£7.0K
vs National Avg
-34%
DE MONTFORT SURGERY prescribed 2,354 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,016 to the NHS. This is 34% 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
188
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
210
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,354 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 183,916 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,016 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -34% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,354 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -34% 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.