Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MARTINS OAK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,604
Total Quantity
275.5K
NHS Cost
£10.4K
vs National Avg
-27%
MARTINS OAK SURGERY prescribed 2,604 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,431 to the NHS. This is 27% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
247
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
210
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,604 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 275,484 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,431 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -27% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,604 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -27% 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.