Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ST. MICHAEL'S SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,968
Total Quantity
323.2K
NHS Cost
£8.6K
vs National Avg
+39.3%
ST. MICHAEL'S SURGERY prescribed 4,968 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,590 to the NHS. This is 39.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
453
Jun 2026
404
Jun 2026
482
Jun 2026
366
Jun 2026
398
Jun 2026
432
Jun 2026
384
Jun 2026
417
Jun 2026
435
Jun 2026
382
Jun 2026
400
Jun 2026
415
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,968 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 323,245 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,590 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,968 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +39.3% 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.