Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE BELL SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,264
Total Quantity
231.5K
NHS Cost
£7.6K
vs National Avg
-36.5%
THE BELL SURGERY prescribed 2,264 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,622 to the NHS. This is 36.5% 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
151
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
190
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,264 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 231,493 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,622 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,264 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -36.5% 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.