Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE CEDARS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,659
Total Quantity
504.9K
NHS Cost
£16.5K
vs National Avg
+2.6%
THE CEDARS SURGERY prescribed 3,659 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,517 to the NHS. This is 2.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
317
Jun 2026
264
Jun 2026
327
Jun 2026
293
Jun 2026
323
Jun 2026
294
Jun 2026
314
Jun 2026
313
Jun 2026
317
Jun 2026
278
Jun 2026
329
Jun 2026
290
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,659 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 504,902 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,517 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +2.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,659 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +2.6% 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.