Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at LAUNCESTON CLOSE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,993
Total Quantity
251.3K
NHS Cost
£8.4K
vs National Avg
-16.1%
LAUNCESTON CLOSE SURGERY prescribed 2,993 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,426 to the NHS. This is 16.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
247
Jul 2026
255
Jul 2026
267
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
258
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
259
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
268
Jul 2026
233
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,993 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 251,274 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,426 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,993 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -16.1% 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.