Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at RICHMOND LOCK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,107
Total Quantity
173.2K
NHS Cost
£5.1K
vs National Avg
-40.9%
RICHMOND LOCK SURGERY prescribed 2,107 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,068 to the NHS. This is 40.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
153
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,107 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 173,151 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,068 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,107 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -40.9% 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.