Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SOUTH HERMITAGE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,848
Total Quantity
241.1K
NHS Cost
£9.1K
vs National Avg
-20.2%
SOUTH HERMITAGE SURGERY prescribed 2,848 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,134 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
231
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
251
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
246
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
246
Jul 2026
240
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,848 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 241,106 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,134 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,848 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.