Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at LANSDOWNE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,493
Total Quantity
311.1K
NHS Cost
£10.2K
vs National Avg
-30.1%
LANSDOWNE SURGERY prescribed 2,493 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,241 to the NHS. This is 30.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
241
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
202
Jun 2026
184
Jun 2026
210
Jun 2026
200
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,493 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 311,117 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,241 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,493 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -30.1% 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.