Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at LINDEN ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,823
Total Quantity
295.3K
NHS Cost
£9.1K
vs National Avg
-20.9%
LINDEN ROAD SURGERY prescribed 2,823 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,072 to the NHS. This is 20.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
233
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
237
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
243
Jun 2026
237
Jun 2026
233
Jun 2026
253
Jun 2026
241
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
255
Jun 2026
229
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,823 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 295,315 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,072 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,823 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -20.9% 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.