Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at OAKSIDE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,818
Total Quantity
356.5K
NHS Cost
£13.4K
vs National Avg
-21%
OAKSIDE SURGERY prescribed 2,818 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,447 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
248
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
241
Jun 2026
253
Jun 2026
259
Jun 2026
254
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
251
Jun 2026
210
Jun 2026
225
Jun 2026
220
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,818 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 356,517 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,447 |
| Presentations | 9 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.