Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DORRIDGE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,843
Total Quantity
283.8K
NHS Cost
£16.9K
vs National Avg
-48.3%
DORRIDGE SURGERY prescribed 1,843 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,911 to the NHS. This is 48.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
133
Jul 2026
175
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,843 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 283,792 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,911 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | -48.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,843 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -48.3% 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.