Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ST. LUKE'S SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,271
Total Quantity
239.3K
NHS Cost
£9.3K
vs National Avg
-8.3%
ST. LUKE'S SURGERY prescribed 3,271 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,278 to the NHS. This is 8.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
281
Jul 2026
259
Jul 2026
307
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
268
Jul 2026
284
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
312
Jul 2026
263
Jul 2026
243
Jul 2026
292
Jul 2026
279
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,271 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 239,265 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,278 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -8.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,271 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -8.3% vs national average |
Explore More
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.