Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SEVERNBANK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,845
Total Quantity
209.0K
NHS Cost
£6.8K
vs National Avg
-20.2%
SEVERNBANK SURGERY prescribed 2,845 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,766 to the NHS. This is 20.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
255
Jul 2026
278
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
242
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,845 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 209,041 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,766 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,845 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -20.2% 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.