Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE ASH SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,591
Total Quantity
146.1K
NHS Cost
£4.7K
vs National Avg
-55.4%
THE ASH SURGERY prescribed 1,591 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,748 to the NHS. This is 55.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
131
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
146
Jul 2026
112
Jul 2026
137
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
139
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,591 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 146,114 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,748 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -55.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,591 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -55.4% 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.