Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SOUTHGATE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,029
Total Quantity
405.7K
NHS Cost
£14.3K
vs National Avg
+12.9%
SOUTHGATE prescribed 4,029 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,331 to the NHS. This is 12.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
318
Jul 2026
318
Jul 2026
305
Jul 2026
332
Jul 2026
341
Jul 2026
322
Jul 2026
324
Jul 2026
327
Jul 2026
379
Jul 2026
328
Jul 2026
356
Jul 2026
379
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,029 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 405,677 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,331 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +12.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,029 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +12.9% 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.