Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SHARNBROOK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,322
Total Quantity
158.9K
NHS Cost
£8.1K
vs National Avg
-34.9%
SHARNBROOK SURGERY prescribed 2,322 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,062 to the NHS. This is 34.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
207
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
194
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
191
Jun 2026
199
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
206
Jun 2026
191
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,322 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 158,937 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,062 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -34.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,322 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -34.9% 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.