Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SOUTHWAY SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,038
Total Quantity
248.1K
NHS Cost
£8.7K
vs National Avg
-42.9%
SOUTHWAY SURGERY prescribed 2,038 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,698 to the NHS. This is 42.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
197
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
167
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,038 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 248,142 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,698 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -42.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,038 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -42.9% 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.