Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PIRBRIGHT SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
709
Total Quantity
105.7K
NHS Cost
£3.9K
vs National Avg
-80.1%
PIRBRIGHT SURGERY prescribed 709 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,870 to the NHS. This is 80.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
57
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 709 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 105,724 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,870 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -80.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 709 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -80.1% 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.