Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at GLASTONBURY SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,932
Total Quantity
372.2K
NHS Cost
£13.8K
vs National Avg
+10.2%
GLASTONBURY SURGERY prescribed 3,932 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,840 to the NHS. This is 10.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
344
Jul 2026
326
Jul 2026
323
Jul 2026
345
Jul 2026
365
Jul 2026
333
Jul 2026
327
Jul 2026
321
Jul 2026
337
Jul 2026
301
Jul 2026
313
Jul 2026
297
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,932 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 372,183 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,840 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +10.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,932 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +10.2% 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.