Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at GROVE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,679
Total Quantity
375.3K
NHS Cost
£8.9K
vs National Avg
-24.9%
GROVE SURGERY prescribed 2,679 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,921 to the NHS. This is 24.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
254
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
244
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,679 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 375,276 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,921 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -24.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,679 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -24.9% 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.