Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE ARGYLE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,976
Total Quantity
245.1K
NHS Cost
£8.6K
vs National Avg
-16.6%
THE ARGYLE SURGERY prescribed 2,976 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,649 to the NHS. This is 16.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
298
Jun 2026
244
Jun 2026
263
Jun 2026
263
Jun 2026
239
Jun 2026
242
Jun 2026
240
Jun 2026
243
Jun 2026
257
Jun 2026
229
Jun 2026
225
Jun 2026
233
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,976 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 245,072 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,649 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,976 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -16.6% 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.