Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ROWDEN SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,134
Total Quantity
665.3K
NHS Cost
£20.4K
vs National Avg
+71.9%
ROWDEN SURGERY prescribed 6,134 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £20,432 to the NHS. This is 71.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
548
Jun 2026
492
Jun 2026
577
Jun 2026
535
Jun 2026
477
Jun 2026
521
Jun 2026
481
Jun 2026
528
Jun 2026
477
Jun 2026
504
Jun 2026
492
Jun 2026
502
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,134 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 665,335 |
| Total NHS Cost | £20,432 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +71.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,134 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +71.9% 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.