Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SHIPDHAM SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,390
Total Quantity
162.6K
NHS Cost
£7.2K
vs National Avg
-33%
SHIPDHAM SURGERY prescribed 2,390 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,222 to the NHS. This is 33% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
175
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
207
Jun 2026
175
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
201
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,390 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 162,587 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,222 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -33% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,390 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -33% 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.