Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ST. LUKE'S SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,221
Total Quantity
187.5K
NHS Cost
£5.8K
vs National Avg
-65.8%
ST. LUKE'S SURGERY prescribed 1,221 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,831 to the NHS. This is 65.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
102
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
102
Jul 2026
104
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,221 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 187,544 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,831 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -65.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,221 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -65.8% 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.