Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DR BELLO'S SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,592
Total Quantity
132.5K
NHS Cost
£4.1K
vs National Avg
-55.4%
DR BELLO'S SURGERY prescribed 1,592 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,058 to the NHS. This is 55.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
131
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
126
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
133
Jul 2026
124
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
137
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,592 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 132,492 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,058 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -55.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,592 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -55.4% 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.