Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THAXTED SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,952
Total Quantity
329.7K
NHS Cost
£11.9K
vs National Avg
+38.8%
THAXTED SURGERY prescribed 4,952 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,918 to the NHS. This is 38.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
407
Jul 2026
392
Jul 2026
407
Jul 2026
414
Jul 2026
415
Jul 2026
442
Jul 2026
247
Jul 2026
594
Jul 2026
429
Jul 2026
367
Jul 2026
428
Jul 2026
410
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,952 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 329,657 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,918 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +38.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,952 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +38.8% 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.