Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HIGHAM FERRERS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,928
Total Quantity
152.8K
NHS Cost
£4.5K
vs National Avg
-46%
HIGHAM FERRERS SURGERY prescribed 1,928 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,537 to the NHS. This is 46% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
145
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
157
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
164
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
150
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,928 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 152,801 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,537 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -46% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,928 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -46% 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.