Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ST. PETERS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,029
Total Quantity
267.7K
NHS Cost
£8.5K
vs National Avg
-15.1%
ST. PETERS SURGERY prescribed 3,029 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,538 to the NHS. This is 15.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
277
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
251
Jul 2026
246
Jul 2026
261
Jul 2026
240
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
273
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
253
Jul 2026
265
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,029 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 267,701 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,538 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -15.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,029 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -15.1% 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.