Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NEW BARN CLOSE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,037
Total Quantity
263.3K
NHS Cost
£9.4K
vs National Avg
+13.2%
NEW BARN CLOSE SURGERY prescribed 4,037 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,388 to the NHS. This is 13.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
372
Jul 2026
340
Jul 2026
378
Jul 2026
365
Jul 2026
338
Jul 2026
344
Jul 2026
350
Jul 2026
327
Jul 2026
324
Jul 2026
284
Jul 2026
319
Jul 2026
296
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,037 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 263,296 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,388 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,037 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +13.2% 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.