Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE HAWTHORNS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,786
Total Quantity
381.0K
NHS Cost
£16.1K
vs National Avg
-21.9%
THE HAWTHORNS SURGERY prescribed 2,786 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,096 to the NHS. This is 21.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
213
Jul 2026
248
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
254
Jul 2026
228
Jul 2026
237
Jul 2026
241
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,786 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 381,023 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,096 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,786 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -21.9% 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.