Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE BILLESDON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,067
Total Quantity
236.5K
NHS Cost
£8.8K
vs National Avg
-14%
THE BILLESDON SURGERY prescribed 3,067 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,764 to the NHS. This is 14% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
257
Jul 2026
251
Jul 2026
285
Jul 2026
243
Jul 2026
267
Jul 2026
259
Jul 2026
228
Jul 2026
255
Jul 2026
269
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
262
Jul 2026
265
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,067 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 236,505 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,764 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -14% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,067 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -14% 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.