Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE CHORLEY SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,276
Total Quantity
321.2K
NHS Cost
£13.6K
vs National Avg
-8.2%
THE CHORLEY SURGERY prescribed 3,276 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,581 to the NHS. This is 8.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
279
Jul 2026
266
Jul 2026
310
Jul 2026
283
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
276
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
296
Jul 2026
284
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
262
Jul 2026
282
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,276 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 321,171 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,581 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -8.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,276 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -8.2% 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.