Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DYSART SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,328
Total Quantity
334.9K
NHS Cost
£10.4K
vs National Avg
-34.7%
DYSART SURGERY prescribed 2,328 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,357 to the NHS. This is 34.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
201
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
201
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
192
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,328 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 334,888 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,357 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -34.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,328 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -34.7% 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.