Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PRIORS FIELD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,559
Total Quantity
181.6K
NHS Cost
£6.0K
vs National Avg
-28.3%
PRIORS FIELD SURGERY prescribed 2,559 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,008 to the NHS. This is 28.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
258
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
207
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,559 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 181,610 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,008 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -28.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,559 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -28.3% 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.