Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE BASSINGHAM SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,603
Total Quantity
174.7K
NHS Cost
£12.0K
vs National Avg
-27%
THE BASSINGHAM SURGERY prescribed 2,603 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,968 to the NHS. This is 27% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
239
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
235
Jun 2026
225
Jun 2026
191
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
257
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
190
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,603 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 174,664 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,968 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -27% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,603 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -27% 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.