Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at EASTVIEW SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,971
Total Quantity
188.5K
NHS Cost
£7.5K
vs National Avg
-16.7%
EASTVIEW SURGERY prescribed 2,971 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,525 to the NHS. This is 16.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
253
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
259
Jul 2026
247
Jul 2026
272
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
248
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
244
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,971 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 188,510 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,525 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,971 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -16.7% 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.