Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at STOW SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,646
Total Quantity
151.4K
NHS Cost
£5.5K
vs National Avg
-25.8%
STOW SURGERY prescribed 2,646 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,511 to the NHS. This is 25.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
240
Jul 2026
207
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,646 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 151,398 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,511 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -25.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,646 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -25.8% 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.