Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE EXMOOR SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,778
Total Quantity
235.6K
NHS Cost
£9.1K
vs National Avg
+5.9%
THE EXMOOR SURGERY prescribed 3,778 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,060 to the NHS. This is 5.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
299
Jun 2026
263
Jun 2026
346
Jun 2026
274
Jun 2026
293
Jun 2026
304
Jun 2026
346
Jun 2026
299
Jun 2026
356
Jun 2026
287
Jun 2026
368
Jun 2026
343
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,778 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 235,566 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,060 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +5.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,778 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +5.9% 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.