Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at IVY GROVE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,039
Total Quantity
346.2K
NHS Cost
£13.6K
vs National Avg
-14.8%
IVY GROVE SURGERY prescribed 3,039 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,567 to the NHS. This is 14.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
260
Jul 2026
246
Jul 2026
286
Jul 2026
246
Jul 2026
260
Jul 2026
273
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
268
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
245
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,039 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 346,193 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,567 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -14.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,039 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -14.8% 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.