Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ST ANN'S ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,743
Total Quantity
743.4K
NHS Cost
£25.1K
vs National Avg
+89%
ST ANN'S ROAD SURGERY prescribed 6,743 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £25,101 to the NHS. This is 89% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
572
Jul 2026
525
Jul 2026
585
Jul 2026
555
Jul 2026
556
Jul 2026
592
Jul 2026
537
Jul 2026
539
Jul 2026
648
Jul 2026
523
Jul 2026
558
Jul 2026
553
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,743 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 743,424 |
| Total NHS Cost | £25,101 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +89% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,743 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +89% 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.