Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NORTH LEVERTON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,314
Total Quantity
132.4K
NHS Cost
£6.4K
vs National Avg
-35.1%
NORTH LEVERTON SURGERY prescribed 2,314 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,430 to the NHS. This is 35.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
213
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
187
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,314 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 132,432 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,430 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -35.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,314 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -35.1% 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.