Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at NORTON CANES SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,533
Total Quantity
171.8K
NHS Cost
£7.0K
vs National Avg
-57%
NORTON CANES SURGERY prescribed 1,533 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,045 to the NHS. This is 57% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
138
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
132
Jul 2026
131
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
126
Jul 2026
133
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
108
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,533 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 171,750 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,045 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -57% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,533 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -57% vs national average |
Explore More
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.