Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FAIRFIELD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,321
Total Quantity
109.7K
NHS Cost
£11.6K
vs National Avg
-63%
FAIRFIELD SURGERY prescribed 1,321 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,577 to the NHS. This is 63% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
132
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
104
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
109
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
114
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,321 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 109,728 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,577 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -63% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,321 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -63% 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.