Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE OAKLEY SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,942
Total Quantity
374.3K
NHS Cost
£12.5K
vs National Avg
-17.5%
THE OAKLEY SURGERY prescribed 2,942 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,458 to the NHS. This is 17.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
252
Jun 2026
224
Jun 2026
250
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
246
Jun 2026
241
Jun 2026
263
Jun 2026
226
Jun 2026
279
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
264
Jun 2026
238
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,942 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 374,317 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,458 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -17.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,942 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -17.5% 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.