Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HIGHLAND ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,420
Total Quantity
309.3K
NHS Cost
£8.8K
vs National Avg
-32.2%
HIGHLAND ROAD SURGERY prescribed 2,420 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,848 to the NHS. This is 32.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
201
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
195
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,420 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 309,280 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,848 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -32.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,420 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -32.2% 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.