Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at KNIGHTWICK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,997
Total Quantity
126.5K
NHS Cost
£6.1K
vs National Avg
-44%
KNIGHTWICK SURGERY prescribed 1,997 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,103 to the NHS. This is 44% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
154
Jun 2026
149
Jun 2026
145
Jun 2026
146
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
156
Jun 2026
157
Jun 2026
207
Jun 2026
172
Jun 2026
159
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
166
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,997 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 126,527 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,103 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -44% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,997 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -44% 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.