Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ST LAWRENCE ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,701
Total Quantity
222.7K
NHS Cost
£7.5K
vs National Avg
-24.3%
ST LAWRENCE ROAD SURGERY prescribed 2,701 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,460 to the NHS. This is 24.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
213
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
213
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,701 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 222,662 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,460 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -24.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,701 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -24.3% 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.