Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HIGH OAK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,521
Total Quantity
185.7K
NHS Cost
£6.8K
vs National Avg
-29.3%
HIGH OAK SURGERY prescribed 2,521 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,758 to the NHS. This is 29.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
236
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
212
Jun 2026
231
Jun 2026
204
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
203
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,521 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 185,742 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,758 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,521 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -29.3% 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.