Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MERROW PARK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,645
Total Quantity
311.5K
NHS Cost
£9.0K
vs National Avg
-25.9%
MERROW PARK SURGERY prescribed 2,645 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,009 to the NHS. This is 25.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
199
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,645 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 311,468 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,009 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -25.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,645 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.