Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE GARDENS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,399
Total Quantity
148.0K
NHS Cost
£4.9K
vs National Avg
-60.8%
THE GARDENS SURGERY prescribed 1,399 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,902 to the NHS. This is 60.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
127
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
126
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
126
Jul 2026
118
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,399 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 147,996 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,902 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -60.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,399 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -60.8% 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.