Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at STAITHES SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,027
Total Quantity
127.1K
NHS Cost
£4.2K
vs National Avg
-43.2%
STAITHES SURGERY prescribed 2,027 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,227 to the NHS. This is 43.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
164
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
165
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
157
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
182
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,027 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 127,073 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,227 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -43.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,027 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -43.2% 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.