Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NEWBRIDGE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,184
Total Quantity
210.4K
NHS Cost
£7.7K
vs National Avg
-38.8%
NEWBRIDGE SURGERY prescribed 2,184 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,665 to the NHS. This is 38.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
159
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
202
Jun 2026
161
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
188
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,184 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 210,429 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,665 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,184 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -38.8% 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.