Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at GUDGEHEATH LANE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,117
Total Quantity
327.0K
NHS Cost
£11.2K
vs National Avg
-12.6%
GUDGEHEATH LANE SURGERY prescribed 3,117 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,241 to the NHS. This is 12.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
259
Jul 2026
255
Jul 2026
269
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
265
Jul 2026
255
Jul 2026
286
Jul 2026
256
Jul 2026
274
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
280
Jul 2026
240
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,117 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 326,981 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,241 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -12.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,117 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -12.6% 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.