Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MEDWYN SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,591
Total Quantity
307.1K
NHS Cost
£10.5K
vs National Avg
-27.4%
MEDWYN SURGERY prescribed 2,591 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,548 to the NHS. This is 27.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
253
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
197
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
197
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
209
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,591 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 307,082 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,548 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -27.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,591 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -27.4% 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.