Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FORDINGTON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,404
Total Quantity
185.5K
NHS Cost
£6.0K
vs National Avg
-32.6%
FORDINGTON SURGERY prescribed 2,404 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,019 to the NHS. This is 32.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
208
Jun 2026
179
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
183
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
210
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
191
Jun 2026
199
Jun 2026
207
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,404 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 185,507 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,019 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -32.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,404 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -32.6% 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.