Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at RECTORY MEADOW SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,137
Total Quantity
333.2K
NHS Cost
£9.5K
vs National Avg
-40.1%
RECTORY MEADOW SURGERY prescribed 2,137 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,452 to the NHS. This is 40.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
197
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
171
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
179
Jun 2026
183
Jun 2026
171
Jun 2026
159
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
170
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,137 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 333,160 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,452 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,137 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -40.1% 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.