Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MILTON ABBAS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,129
Total Quantity
170.8K
NHS Cost
£5.8K
vs National Avg
-40.3%
MILTON ABBAS SURGERY prescribed 2,129 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,844 to the NHS. This is 40.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
197
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,129 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 170,802 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,844 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,129 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -40.3% 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.