Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HOOK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,698
Total Quantity
252.2K
NHS Cost
£7.0K
vs National Avg
-24.4%
HOOK SURGERY prescribed 2,698 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,040 to the NHS. This is 24.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
229
Jun 2026
245
Jun 2026
242
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
239
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
226
Jun 2026
224
Jun 2026
230
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,698 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 252,165 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,040 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -24.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,698 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -24.4% 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.