Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at GROVEHURST SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,329
Total Quantity
367.9K
NHS Cost
£14.3K
vs National Avg
-6.7%
GROVEHURST SURGERY prescribed 3,329 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,290 to the NHS. This is 6.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
291
Jul 2026
258
Jul 2026
284
Jul 2026
270
Jul 2026
282
Jul 2026
279
Jul 2026
271
Jul 2026
293
Jul 2026
287
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
286
Jul 2026
278
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,329 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 367,900 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,290 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | -6.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,329 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -6.7% 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.