Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PARKGATE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,706
Total Quantity
293.4K
NHS Cost
£14.6K
vs National Avg
+3.9%
PARKGATE SURGERY prescribed 3,706 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,613 to the NHS. This is 3.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
331
Jun 2026
282
Jun 2026
337
Jun 2026
327
Jun 2026
294
Jun 2026
330
Jun 2026
296
Jun 2026
320
Jun 2026
308
Jun 2026
256
Jun 2026
311
Jun 2026
314
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,706 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 293,391 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,613 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +3.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,706 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +3.9% 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.