Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at SUNNISIDE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,189
Total Quantity
140.4K
NHS Cost
£4.4K
vs National Avg
-38.6%
SUNNISIDE SURGERY prescribed 2,189 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,449 to the NHS. This is 38.6% 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
178
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
175
Jun 2026
180
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
191
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
179
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,189 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 140,385 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,449 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,189 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -38.6% 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.