Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SOUTHDENE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,846
Total Quantity
225.4K
NHS Cost
£6.3K
vs National Avg
-20.2%
SOUTHDENE SURGERY prescribed 2,846 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,304 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
238
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
246
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
270
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
261
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
237
Jul 2026
221
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,846 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 225,436 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,304 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,846 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.