Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PORT VIEW SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,956
Total Quantity
248.0K
NHS Cost
£8.7K
vs National Avg
-45.2%
PORT VIEW SURGERY prescribed 1,956 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,700 to the NHS. This is 45.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
158
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
158
Jul 2026
164
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
146
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
170
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,956 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 248,045 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,700 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -45.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,956 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -45.2% 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.