Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ST. JOHNS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,610
Total Quantity
422.2K
NHS Cost
£14.6K
vs National Avg
+1.2%
ST. JOHNS SURGERY prescribed 3,610 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,621 to the NHS. This is 1.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
323
Jun 2026
286
Jun 2026
296
Jun 2026
310
Jun 2026
304
Jun 2026
306
Jun 2026
319
Jun 2026
252
Jun 2026
369
Jun 2026
226
Jun 2026
348
Jun 2026
271
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,610 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 422,228 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,621 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,610 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +1.2% 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.