Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at OLD ROAD WEST SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,066
Total Quantity
324.0K
NHS Cost
£14.0K
vs National Avg
+14%
OLD ROAD WEST SURGERY prescribed 4,066 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,046 to the NHS. This is 14% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
357
Jul 2026
293
Jul 2026
330
Jul 2026
347
Jul 2026
350
Jul 2026
347
Jul 2026
344
Jul 2026
377
Jul 2026
331
Jul 2026
308
Jul 2026
341
Jul 2026
341
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,066 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 324,035 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,046 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +14% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,066 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +14% 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.