Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE MEADOWS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,051
Total Quantity
161.0K
NHS Cost
£5.2K
vs National Avg
-42.5%
THE MEADOWS SURGERY prescribed 2,051 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,157 to the NHS. This is 42.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
179
Jun 2026
154
Jun 2026
171
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
169
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
184
Jun 2026
172
Jun 2026
166
Jun 2026
159
Jun 2026
173
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,051 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 160,956 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,157 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -42.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,051 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -42.5% 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.