Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE NEW SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,208
Total Quantity
139.2K
NHS Cost
£4.1K
vs National Avg
-38.1%
THE NEW SURGERY prescribed 2,208 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,097 to the NHS. This is 38.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
174
Jun 2026
128
Jun 2026
159
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
165
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
197
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
199
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
202
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,208 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 139,185 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,097 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,208 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -38.1% 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.