Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at LODGE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,745
Total Quantity
272.2K
NHS Cost
£11.2K
vs National Avg
-23.1%
LODGE SURGERY prescribed 2,745 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,235 to the NHS. This is 23.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
240
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
248
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
246
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,745 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 272,164 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,235 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -23.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,745 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -23.1% 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.