Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE AVENUE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,233
Total Quantity
180.2K
NHS Cost
£5.8K
vs National Avg
-37.4%
THE AVENUE SURGERY prescribed 2,233 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,843 to the NHS. This is 37.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
165
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
165
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
156
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,233 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 180,178 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,843 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -37.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,233 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -37.4% 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.