Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE HEATH SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,846
Total Quantity
213.3K
NHS Cost
£7.0K
vs National Avg
-20.2%
THE HEATH SURGERY prescribed 2,846 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,997 to the NHS. This is 20.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
246
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
239
Jun 2026
225
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
240
Jun 2026
240
Jun 2026
251
Jun 2026
245
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
252
Jun 2026
253
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,846 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 213,331 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,997 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,846 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -20.2% 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.