Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FARNHAM DENE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,003
Total Quantity
318.0K
NHS Cost
£10.6K
vs National Avg
-15.8%
FARNHAM DENE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 3,003 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,621 to the NHS. This is 15.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
275
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
256
Jul 2026
251
Jul 2026
274
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
256
Jul 2026
258
Jul 2026
246
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
255
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,003 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 318,012 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,621 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | -15.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,003 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -15.8% 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.