Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at OAKFIELD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,494
Total Quantity
181.2K
NHS Cost
£5.9K
vs National Avg
-30.1%
OAKFIELD SURGERY prescribed 2,494 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,919 to the NHS. This is 30.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
204
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
212
Jun 2026
220
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,494 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 181,197 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,919 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,494 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -30.1% 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.