Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE ESTON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,759
Total Quantity
203.6K
NHS Cost
£5.7K
vs National Avg
-22.7%
THE ESTON SURGERY prescribed 2,759 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,654 to the NHS. This is 22.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
248
Jul 2026
228
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
248
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
237
Jul 2026
213
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
231
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,759 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 203,561 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,654 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,759 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -22.7% 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.