Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE ATHERSTONE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
11,778
Total Quantity
842.8K
NHS Cost
£25.8K
vs National Avg
+230.2%
THE ATHERSTONE SURGERY prescribed 11,778 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £25,849 to the NHS. This is 230.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
953
Jun 2026
912
Jun 2026
1,018
Jun 2026
961
Jun 2026
952
Jun 2026
1,015
Jun 2026
969
Jun 2026
950
Jun 2026
947
Jun 2026
975
Jun 2026
1,057
Jun 2026
1,069
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 11,778 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 842,847 |
| Total NHS Cost | £25,849 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +230.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 11,778 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +230.2% 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.