Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FAMILY SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
7,324
Total Quantity
485.5K
NHS Cost
£18.7K
vs National Avg
+105.3%
FAMILY SURGERY prescribed 7,324 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £18,676 to the NHS. This is 105.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
592
Jul 2026
549
Jul 2026
609
Jul 2026
620
Jul 2026
617
Jul 2026
607
Jul 2026
671
Jul 2026
588
Jul 2026
661
Jul 2026
561
Jul 2026
602
Jul 2026
647
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 7,324 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 485,467 |
| Total NHS Cost | £18,676 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +105.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 7,324 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +105.3% 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.