Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at STAVERTON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,017
Total Quantity
259.7K
NHS Cost
£6.3K
vs National Avg
-15.4%
STAVERTON SURGERY prescribed 3,017 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,340 to the NHS. This is 15.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
194
Jun 2026
250
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
275
Jun 2026
279
Jun 2026
255
Jun 2026
259
Jun 2026
275
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
284
Jun 2026
274
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,017 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 259,736 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,340 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -15.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,017 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -15.4% 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.