Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE BROOK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,067
Total Quantity
238.5K
NHS Cost
£7.3K
vs National Avg
-42.1%
THE BROOK SURGERY prescribed 2,067 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,287 to the NHS. This is 42.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
171
Jun 2026
155
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
170
Jun 2026
165
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
154
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
161
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
163
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,067 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 238,542 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,287 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -42.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,067 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -42.1% 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.