Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at LOCKSWOOD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,574
Total Quantity
338.8K
NHS Cost
£11.7K
vs National Avg
-27.8%
LOCKSWOOD SURGERY prescribed 2,574 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,693 to the NHS. This is 27.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
246
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
215
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,574 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 338,794 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,693 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | -27.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,574 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -27.8% 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.