Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at LYNDHURST SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,584
Total Quantity
161.2K
NHS Cost
£6.2K
vs National Avg
-55.6%
LYNDHURST SURGERY prescribed 1,584 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,200 to the NHS. This is 55.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
129
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
158
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
134
Jun 2026
128
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
125
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,584 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 161,160 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,200 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -55.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,584 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -55.6% vs national average |
Explore More
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.