Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HARSTON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,916
Total Quantity
229.7K
NHS Cost
£8.4K
vs National Avg
-18.3%
HARSTON SURGERY prescribed 2,916 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,395 to the NHS. This is 18.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
264
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
314
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
265
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
277
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
263
Jul 2026
258
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,916 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 229,652 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,395 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -18.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,916 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -18.3% 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.