Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NORTHGATE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,818
Total Quantity
206.5K
NHS Cost
£11.5K
vs National Avg
-21%
NORTHGATE SURGERY prescribed 2,818 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,543 to the NHS. This is 21% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
261
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
284
Jun 2026
226
Jun 2026
234
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
236
Jun 2026
225
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
141
Jun 2026
317
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,818 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 206,452 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,543 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,818 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -21% 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.