Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE DEERBROOK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,635
Total Quantity
228.3K
NHS Cost
£8.3K
vs National Avg
+1.9%
THE DEERBROOK SURGERY prescribed 3,635 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,300 to the NHS. This is 1.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
365
Jul 2026
287
Jul 2026
286
Jul 2026
276
Jul 2026
261
Jul 2026
311
Jul 2026
282
Jul 2026
298
Jul 2026
319
Jul 2026
278
Jul 2026
374
Jul 2026
298
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,635 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 228,345 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,300 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,635 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +1.9% 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.