Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE DOVECOT SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,470
Total Quantity
199.6K
NHS Cost
£6.5K
vs National Avg
-30.8%
THE DOVECOT SURGERY prescribed 2,470 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,500 to the NHS. This is 30.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
183
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
226
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,470 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 199,582 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,500 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,470 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -30.8% 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.