Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FRIARWOOD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,713
Total Quantity
493.9K
NHS Cost
£17.6K
vs National Avg
+32.1%
FRIARWOOD SURGERY prescribed 4,713 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,602 to the NHS. This is 32.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
398
Jul 2026
344
Jul 2026
417
Jul 2026
376
Jul 2026
387
Jul 2026
388
Jul 2026
416
Jul 2026
404
Jul 2026
407
Jul 2026
380
Jul 2026
360
Jul 2026
436
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,713 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 493,923 |
| Total NHS Cost | £17,602 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +32.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,713 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +32.1% 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.