Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MOUNT AVENUE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,624
Total Quantity
347.8K
NHS Cost
£12.3K
vs National Avg
-26.4%
MOUNT AVENUE SURGERY prescribed 2,624 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,301 to the NHS. This is 26.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
226
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,624 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 347,807 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,301 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -26.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,624 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -26.4% 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.