Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HASLINGTON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,462
Total Quantity
209.9K
NHS Cost
£7.6K
vs National Avg
-31%
HASLINGTON SURGERY prescribed 2,462 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,554 to the NHS. This is 31% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
201
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
192
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,462 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 209,908 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,554 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -31% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,462 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -31% 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.