Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at RIPON SPA SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,797
Total Quantity
249.1K
NHS Cost
£10.0K
vs National Avg
-21.6%
RIPON SPA SURGERY prescribed 2,797 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,995 to the NHS. This is 21.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
245
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
258
Jun 2026
245
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
249
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
246
Jun 2026
239
Jun 2026
204
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
242
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,797 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 249,144 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,995 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,797 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -21.6% 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.