Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at LOXWOOD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,112
Total Quantity
166.4K
NHS Cost
£4.8K
vs National Avg
-40.8%
LOXWOOD SURGERY prescribed 2,112 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,843 to the NHS. This is 40.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
158
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
189
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,112 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 166,366 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,843 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,112 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -40.8% 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.