Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MIRFIELD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,816
Total Quantity
306.3K
NHS Cost
£9.9K
vs National Avg
-21.1%
MIRFIELD SURGERY prescribed 2,816 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,856 to the NHS. This is 21.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
264
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
237
Jul 2026
257
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
233
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,816 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 306,317 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,856 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,816 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -21.1% 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.