Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at LOW MOOR SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,490
Total Quantity
377.5K
NHS Cost
£16.7K
vs National Avg
+25.9%
LOW MOOR SURGERY prescribed 4,490 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,667 to the NHS. This is 25.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
415
Jun 2026
378
Jun 2026
413
Jun 2026
363
Jun 2026
342
Jun 2026
395
Jun 2026
347
Jun 2026
389
Jun 2026
369
Jun 2026
324
Jun 2026
377
Jun 2026
378
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,490 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 377,483 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,667 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +25.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,490 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +25.9% 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.