Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at GREAT AYTON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,685
Total Quantity
221.7K
NHS Cost
£7.8K
vs National Avg
-24.7%
GREAT AYTON SURGERY prescribed 2,685 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,755 to the NHS. This is 24.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
228
Jul 2026
279
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
232
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,685 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 221,654 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,755 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -24.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,685 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -24.7% 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.