Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ORCHID HOUSE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,810
Total Quantity
332.7K
NHS Cost
£11.8K
vs National Avg
-21.2%
ORCHID HOUSE SURGERY prescribed 2,810 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,840 to the NHS. This is 21.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
228
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
246
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,810 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 332,661 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,840 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,810 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -21.2% 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.