Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HIGHLANDS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,831
Total Quantity
337.5K
NHS Cost
£14.8K
vs National Avg
-20.6%
HIGHLANDS SURGERY prescribed 2,831 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,804 to the NHS. This is 20.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
253
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
267
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
248
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
246
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,831 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 337,546 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,804 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,831 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -20.6% 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.