Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE LEIGH SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
974
Total Quantity
102.2K
NHS Cost
£5.5K
vs National Avg
-72.7%
THE LEIGH SURGERY prescribed 974 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,508 to the NHS. This is 72.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 974 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 102,238 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,508 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -72.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 974 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -72.7% 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.