Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at GRAFTON ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,527
Total Quantity
173.7K
NHS Cost
£7.6K
vs National Avg
-57.2%
GRAFTON ROAD SURGERY prescribed 1,527 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,563 to the NHS. This is 57.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
132
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
127
Jul 2026
122
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,527 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 173,664 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,563 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -57.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,527 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -57.2% 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.