Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HALLIWELL SURGERY 2
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,945
Total Quantity
129.0K
NHS Cost
£5.6K
vs National Avg
-45.5%
HALLIWELL SURGERY 2 prescribed 1,945 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,637 to the NHS. This is 45.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
145
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
159
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,945 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 128,998 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,637 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -45.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,945 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -45.5% 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.