Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE BROOKE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
8,825
Total Quantity
767.9K
NHS Cost
£29.3K
vs National Avg
+147.4%
THE BROOKE SURGERY prescribed 8,825 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £29,339 to the NHS. This is 147.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
689
Jul 2026
724
Jul 2026
813
Jul 2026
752
Jul 2026
676
Jul 2026
830
Jul 2026
767
Jul 2026
705
Jul 2026
817
Jul 2026
644
Jul 2026
721
Jul 2026
687
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 8,825 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 767,861 |
| Total NHS Cost | £29,339 |
| Presentations | 19 different forms |
| vs National Average | +147.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 8,825 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +147.4% 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.