Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE LAKESIDE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,424
Total Quantity
249.2K
NHS Cost
£8.6K
vs National Avg
-32.1%
THE LAKESIDE SURGERY prescribed 2,424 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,643 to the NHS. This is 32.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
196
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,424 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 249,188 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,643 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -32.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,424 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -32.1% 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.