Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SANDFORD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
966
Total Quantity
64.6K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
-72.9%
SANDFORD SURGERY prescribed 966 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,535 to the NHS. This is 72.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
96
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 966 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 64,582 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,535 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -72.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 966 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -72.9% 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.