Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at KEATS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,837
Total Quantity
333.2K
NHS Cost
£8.4K
vs National Avg
+7.6%
KEATS SURGERY prescribed 3,837 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,381 to the NHS. This is 7.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
329
Jul 2026
316
Jul 2026
324
Jul 2026
349
Jul 2026
278
Jul 2026
332
Jul 2026
329
Jul 2026
293
Jul 2026
345
Jul 2026
310
Jul 2026
303
Jul 2026
329
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,837 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 333,212 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,381 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +7.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,837 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +7.6% 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.