Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SILTON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
908
Total Quantity
59.6K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
-74.5%
SILTON SURGERY prescribed 908 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,593 to the NHS. This is 74.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
77
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 908 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 59,612 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,593 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -74.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 908 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -74.5% 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.