Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE CEDARS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,096
Total Quantity
396.0K
NHS Cost
£10.5K
vs National Avg
-13.2%
THE CEDARS SURGERY prescribed 3,096 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,542 to the NHS. This is 13.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
249
Jun 2026
233
Jun 2026
261
Jun 2026
267
Jun 2026
269
Jun 2026
268
Jun 2026
262
Jun 2026
252
Jun 2026
266
Jun 2026
243
Jun 2026
283
Jun 2026
243
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,096 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 396,047 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,542 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -13.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,096 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -13.2% 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.