Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at KIRBY ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,544
Total Quantity
286.1K
NHS Cost
£13.2K
vs National Avg
-28.7%
KIRBY ROAD SURGERY prescribed 2,544 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,182 to the NHS. This is 28.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
234
Jun 2026
204
Jun 2026
233
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
199
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
204
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
225
Jun 2026
191
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
187
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,544 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 286,148 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,182 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -28.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,544 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -28.7% 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.