Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE DOC'S SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,237
Total Quantity
127.5K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
-65.3%
THE DOC'S SURGERY prescribed 1,237 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,635 to the NHS. This is 65.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
126
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,237 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 127,517 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,635 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -65.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,237 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -65.3% 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.