Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HOWELL SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,565
Total Quantity
174.8K
NHS Cost
£5.7K
vs National Avg
-28.1%
HOWELL SURGERY prescribed 2,565 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,719 to the NHS. This is 28.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
222
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
254
Jun 2026
208
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
210
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,565 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 174,806 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,719 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -28.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,565 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -28.1% 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.