Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at GIFFARD DRIVE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,420
Total Quantity
309.7K
NHS Cost
£10.4K
vs National Avg
-4.1%
GIFFARD DRIVE SURGERY prescribed 3,420 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,398 to the NHS. This is 4.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
248
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
275
Jul 2026
275
Jul 2026
280
Jul 2026
288
Jul 2026
296
Jul 2026
308
Jul 2026
321
Jul 2026
269
Jul 2026
310
Jul 2026
317
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,420 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 309,701 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,398 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -4.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,420 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -4.1% 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.