Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ORCHARD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,146
Total Quantity
334.8K
NHS Cost
£13.3K
vs National Avg
-39.8%
ORCHARD SURGERY prescribed 2,146 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,292 to the NHS. This is 39.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
201
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
152
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,146 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 334,786 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,292 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -39.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,146 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -39.8% 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.