Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NEWBOLD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,814
Total Quantity
488.0K
NHS Cost
£14.7K
vs National Avg
+6.9%
NEWBOLD SURGERY prescribed 3,814 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,658 to the NHS. This is 6.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
323
Jun 2026
295
Jun 2026
328
Jun 2026
331
Jun 2026
314
Jun 2026
327
Jun 2026
323
Jun 2026
318
Jun 2026
335
Jun 2026
309
Jun 2026
291
Jun 2026
320
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,814 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 488,033 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,658 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +6.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,814 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +6.9% 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.