Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PENDEEN SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,423
Total Quantity
301.0K
NHS Cost
£11.1K
vs National Avg
-32.1%
PENDEEN SURGERY prescribed 2,423 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,100 to the NHS. This is 32.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
204
Jun 2026
199
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
206
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
199
Jun 2026
196
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,423 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 300,998 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,100 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -32.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,423 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -32.1% 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.