Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NORTHFIELD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,189
Total Quantity
444.0K
NHS Cost
£17.4K
vs National Avg
+73.5%
NORTHFIELD SURGERY prescribed 6,189 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,374 to the NHS. This is 73.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
523
Jul 2026
487
Jul 2026
524
Jul 2026
502
Jul 2026
522
Jul 2026
510
Jul 2026
529
Jul 2026
542
Jul 2026
570
Jul 2026
487
Jul 2026
495
Jul 2026
498
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,189 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 443,999 |
| Total NHS Cost | £17,374 |
| Presentations | 18 different forms |
| vs National Average | +73.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,189 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +73.5% 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.