Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NEW LYMINGE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,619
Total Quantity
112.3K
NHS Cost
£9.5K
vs National Avg
-54.6%
NEW LYMINGE SURGERY prescribed 1,619 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,500 to the NHS. This is 54.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
131
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
137
Jul 2026
137
Jul 2026
133
Jul 2026
131
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
136
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,619 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 112,346 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,500 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -54.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,619 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -54.6% 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.