Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE LENNARD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,847
Total Quantity
269.1K
NHS Cost
£9.0K
vs National Avg
-20.2%
THE LENNARD SURGERY prescribed 2,847 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,020 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
Jul 2026
270
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
315
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
265
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
240
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,847 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 269,063 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,020 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,847 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.