Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DRYBROOK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,364
Total Quantity
173.8K
NHS Cost
£7.5K
vs National Avg
-33.7%
DRYBROOK SURGERY prescribed 2,364 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,470 to the NHS. This is 33.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
170
Jun 2026
204
Jun 2026
199
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
194
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
191
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
232
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,364 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 173,813 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,470 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -33.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,364 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -33.7% 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.