Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at RUSKINGTON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,591
Total Quantity
323.9K
NHS Cost
£12.8K
vs National Avg
+28.7%
RUSKINGTON SURGERY prescribed 4,591 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,803 to the NHS. This is 28.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
376
Jun 2026
340
Jun 2026
373
Jun 2026
445
Jun 2026
337
Jun 2026
356
Jun 2026
428
Jun 2026
369
Jun 2026
375
Jun 2026
366
Jun 2026
437
Jun 2026
389
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,591 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 323,922 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,803 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +28.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,591 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +28.7% 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.