Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE MEADOWS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,852
Total Quantity
140.8K
NHS Cost
£5.0K
vs National Avg
-48.1%
THE MEADOWS SURGERY prescribed 1,852 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,998 to the NHS. This is 48.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
132
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
149
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
159
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,852 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 140,815 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,998 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -48.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,852 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -48.1% 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.