Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at LITTLE CHALFONT SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
915
Total Quantity
161.6K
NHS Cost
£4.6K
vs National Avg
-74.4%
LITTLE CHALFONT SURGERY prescribed 915 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,644 to the NHS. This is 74.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 915 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 161,560 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,644 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -74.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 915 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -74.4% 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.