Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PRIMA CARE SURGERIES
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,029
Total Quantity
547.6K
NHS Cost
£14.7K
vs National Avg
+69%
PRIMA CARE SURGERIES prescribed 6,029 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,658 to the NHS. This is 69% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
522
Jul 2026
485
Jul 2026
506
Jul 2026
510
Jul 2026
474
Jul 2026
538
Jul 2026
486
Jul 2026
519
Jul 2026
521
Jul 2026
443
Jul 2026
517
Jul 2026
508
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,029 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 547,576 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,658 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +69% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,029 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +69% 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.