Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at GOSSOMS END SURGERY

Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System

Items (12m)

1,017

Total Quantity

133.5K

NHS Cost

£3.5K

vs National Avg

-71.5%

GOSSOMS END SURGERY prescribed 1,017 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,546 to the NHS. This is 71.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

104

Jun 2026

107

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,017
Total Quantity	133,537
Total NHS Cost	£3,546
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	-71.5%

Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,017 items
National average per practice	3,567 items
Difference	-71.5% 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.