Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FARNHAM ROAD PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
19,219
Total Quantity
1.4M
NHS Cost
£52.5K
vs National Avg
+438.7%
FARNHAM ROAD PRACTICE prescribed 19,219 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £52,512 to the NHS. This is 438.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
1,478
Jun 2026
1,404
Jun 2026
1,486
Jun 2026
1,410
Jun 2026
1,449
Jun 2026
1,642
Jun 2026
1,647
Jun 2026
1,786
Jun 2026
1,866
Jun 2026
1,621
Jun 2026
1,753
Jun 2026
1,677
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 19,219 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,412,943 |
| Total NHS Cost | £52,512 |
| Presentations | 18 different forms |
| vs National Average | +438.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 19,219 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +438.7% 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.