Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HIGH STREET SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,548
Total Quantity
219.0K
NHS Cost
£9.0K
vs National Avg
-28.6%
HIGH STREET SURGERY prescribed 2,548 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,998 to the NHS. This is 28.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
228
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
183
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,548 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 218,982 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,998 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -28.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,548 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -28.6% 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.