Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ROSEMEAD DRIVE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,732
Total Quantity
268.0K
NHS Cost
£9.1K
vs National Avg
-23.4%
ROSEMEAD DRIVE SURGERY prescribed 2,732 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,062 to the NHS. This is 23.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
264
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
212
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,732 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 268,039 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,062 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -23.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,732 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -23.4% 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.