Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HORNDEAN SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,387
Total Quantity
210.8K
NHS Cost
£6.7K
vs National Avg
-33.1%
HORNDEAN SURGERY prescribed 2,387 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,674 to the NHS. This is 33.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
225
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,387 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 210,847 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,674 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -33.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,387 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -33.1% 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.