Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DUNCHURCH SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,180
Total Quantity
276.4K
NHS Cost
£16.1K
vs National Avg
-38.9%
DUNCHURCH SURGERY prescribed 2,180 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,064 to the NHS. This is 38.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
156
Jun 2026
202
Jun 2026
162
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
204
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
147
Jun 2026
178
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,180 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 276,408 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,064 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,180 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -38.9% 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.