Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE BANKS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,153
Total Quantity
179.6K
NHS Cost
£6.2K
vs National Avg
-39.6%
THE BANKS SURGERY prescribed 2,153 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,150 to the NHS. This is 39.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
201
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
181
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,153 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 179,620 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,150 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -39.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,153 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -39.6% 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.