Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at LOSTWITHIEL SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,466
Total Quantity
166.9K
NHS Cost
£16.1K
vs National Avg
-30.9%
LOSTWITHIEL SURGERY prescribed 2,466 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,131 to the NHS. This is 30.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
237
Jun 2026
194
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
172
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
200
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,466 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 166,927 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,131 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,466 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -30.9% 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.