Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HEATON ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,992
Total Quantity
225.9K
NHS Cost
£8.0K
vs National Avg
+11.9%
HEATON ROAD SURGERY prescribed 3,992 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,021 to the NHS. This is 11.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
354
Jul 2026
314
Jul 2026
331
Jul 2026
323
Jul 2026
323
Jul 2026
358
Jul 2026
337
Jul 2026
316
Jul 2026
358
Jul 2026
302
Jul 2026
329
Jul 2026
347
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,992 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 225,938 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,021 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +11.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,992 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +11.9% 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.