Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at OAKWOOD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,128
Total Quantity
826.8K
NHS Cost
£27.0K
vs National Avg
+71.8%
OAKWOOD SURGERY prescribed 6,128 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £27,030 to the NHS. This is 71.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
531
Jul 2026
486
Jul 2026
548
Jul 2026
483
Jul 2026
512
Jul 2026
555
Jul 2026
546
Jul 2026
512
Jul 2026
503
Jul 2026
454
Jul 2026
485
Jul 2026
513
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,128 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 826,819 |
| Total NHS Cost | £27,030 |
| Presentations | 18 different forms |
| vs National Average | +71.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,128 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +71.8% 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.