Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DR M SUARES' PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,369
Total Quantity
195.7K
NHS Cost
£10.1K
vs National Avg
-33.6%
DR M SUARES' PRACTICE prescribed 2,369 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,129 to the NHS. This is 33.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
208
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
186
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
189
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,369 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 195,696 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,129 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -33.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,369 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -33.6% 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.