Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PEAR TREE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,924
Total Quantity
416.9K
NHS Cost
£12.9K
vs National Avg
+94.1%
PEAR TREE SURGERY prescribed 6,924 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,859 to the NHS. This is 94.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
587
Jun 2026
541
Jun 2026
576
Jun 2026
562
Jun 2026
585
Jun 2026
608
Jun 2026
563
Jun 2026
603
Jun 2026
629
Jun 2026
532
Jun 2026
562
Jun 2026
576
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,924 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 416,899 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,859 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +94.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,924 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +94.1% 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.