Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at EASTGATE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,968
Total Quantity
191.7K
NHS Cost
£12.6K
vs National Avg
-44.8%
EASTGATE SURGERY prescribed 1,968 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,598 to the NHS. This is 44.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
143
Jun 2026
172
Jun 2026
147
Jun 2026
156
Jun 2026
163
Jun 2026
150
Jun 2026
163
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
159
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
173
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,968 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 191,690 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,598 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | -44.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,968 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -44.8% 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.