Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NEWLAND SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,001
Total Quantity
259.3K
NHS Cost
£9.2K
vs National Avg
-15.9%
NEWLAND SURGERY prescribed 3,001 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,159 to the NHS. This is 15.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
257
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
253
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
237
Jul 2026
279
Jul 2026
253
Jul 2026
247
Jul 2026
261
Jul 2026
271
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,001 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 259,310 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,159 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -15.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,001 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -15.9% 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.