Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HELMSLEY SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,188
Total Quantity
129.5K
NHS Cost
£4.2K
vs National Avg
-38.7%
HELMSLEY SURGERY prescribed 2,188 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,244 to the NHS. This is 38.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
172
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
172
Jun 2026
184
Jun 2026
163
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
198
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,188 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 129,528 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,244 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,188 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -38.7% 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.