Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE ALEXANDRA SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,901
Total Quantity
270.6K
NHS Cost
£8.5K
vs National Avg
-18.7%
THE ALEXANDRA SURGERY prescribed 2,901 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,549 to the NHS. This is 18.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
257
Jul 2026
259
Jul 2026
240
Jul 2026
248
Jul 2026
271
Jul 2026
237
Jul 2026
257
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
226
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,901 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 270,561 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,549 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -18.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,901 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -18.7% 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.