Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NEW DOVER ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,663
Total Quantity
304.4K
NHS Cost
£12.0K
vs National Avg
-25.4%
NEW DOVER ROAD SURGERY prescribed 2,663 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,959 to the NHS. This is 25.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
230
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,663 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 304,425 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,959 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -25.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,663 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -25.4% 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.