Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at RIVINGTON WAY SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,741
Total Quantity
137.5K
NHS Cost
£7.0K
vs National Avg
-51.2%
RIVINGTON WAY SURGERY prescribed 1,741 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,001 to the NHS. This is 51.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
137
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
149
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
138
Jul 2026
159
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,741 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 137,524 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,001 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -51.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,741 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -51.2% 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.