Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PORT ISAAC SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,749
Total Quantity
234.5K
NHS Cost
£14.0K
vs National Avg
+5.1%
PORT ISAAC SURGERY prescribed 3,749 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,003 to the NHS. This is 5.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
302
Jul 2026
318
Jul 2026
306
Jul 2026
300
Jul 2026
323
Jul 2026
313
Jul 2026
319
Jul 2026
318
Jul 2026
327
Jul 2026
318
Jul 2026
309
Jul 2026
296
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,749 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 234,529 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,003 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +5.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,749 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +5.1% 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.