Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at STANHOPE MEWS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,211
Total Quantity
190.2K
NHS Cost
£9.4K
vs National Avg
-38%
STANHOPE MEWS SURGERY prescribed 2,211 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,431 to the NHS. This is 38% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
179
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
197
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,211 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 190,190 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,431 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,211 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -38% 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.