Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE BALDOCK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,389
Total Quantity
368.2K
NHS Cost
£9.9K
vs National Avg
+23%
THE BALDOCK SURGERY prescribed 4,389 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,919 to the NHS. This is 23% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
389
Jun 2026
361
Jun 2026
367
Jun 2026
364
Jun 2026
354
Jun 2026
383
Jun 2026
363
Jun 2026
389
Jun 2026
368
Jun 2026
343
Jun 2026
355
Jun 2026
353
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,389 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 368,162 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,919 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +23% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,389 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +23% 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.