Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FIRS HOUSE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,925
Total Quantity
285.9K
NHS Cost
£11.8K
vs National Avg
-18%
FIRS HOUSE SURGERY prescribed 2,925 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,828 to the NHS. This is 18% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
243
Jul 2026
255
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
278
Jul 2026
272
Jul 2026
258
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
234
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,925 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 285,942 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,828 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -18% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,925 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -18% 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.