Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SOUTHAM SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,381
Total Quantity
247.3K
NHS Cost
£8.9K
vs National Avg
-5.2%
SOUTHAM SURGERY prescribed 3,381 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,926 to the NHS. This is 5.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
286
Jul 2026
304
Jul 2026
298
Jul 2026
281
Jul 2026
260
Jul 2026
283
Jul 2026
290
Jul 2026
287
Jul 2026
274
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
290
Jul 2026
279
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,381 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 247,257 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,926 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -5.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,381 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -5.2% 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.