Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE ARROW SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,725
Total Quantity
219.1K
NHS Cost
£5.5K
vs National Avg
-23.6%
THE ARROW SURGERY prescribed 2,725 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,483 to the NHS. This is 23.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
239
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,725 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 219,074 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,483 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -23.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,725 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -23.6% vs national average |
Explore More
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.