Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at OLD SCHOOL SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,837
Total Quantity
195.7K
NHS Cost
£5.5K
vs National Avg
-20.5%
OLD SCHOOL SURGERY prescribed 2,837 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,512 to the NHS. This is 20.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
292
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
283
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
231
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,837 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 195,738 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,512 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,837 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -20.5% 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.