Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DOCKHAM SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,184
Total Quantity
275.8K
NHS Cost
£10.6K
vs National Avg
-10.7%
DOCKHAM SURGERY prescribed 3,184 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,612 to the NHS. This is 10.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
272
Jun 2026
246
Jun 2026
302
Jun 2026
273
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
240
Jun 2026
300
Jun 2026
278
Jun 2026
291
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
229
Jun 2026
300
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,184 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 275,827 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,612 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -10.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,184 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -10.7% 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.