Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MUCH BIRCH SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,396
Total Quantity
164.8K
NHS Cost
£5.3K
vs National Avg
-32.8%
MUCH BIRCH SURGERY prescribed 2,396 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,302 to the NHS. This is 32.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
179
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
191
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
207
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,396 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 164,782 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,302 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -32.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,396 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -32.8% 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.