Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at KNIGHTS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
893
Total Quantity
79.4K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
-75%
KNIGHTS SURGERY prescribed 893 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,533 to the NHS. This is 75% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
78
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 893 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 79,418 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,533 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -75% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 893 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -75% 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.