Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE OAKWOOD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,762
Total Quantity
279.9K
NHS Cost
£8.5K
vs National Avg
-22.6%
THE OAKWOOD SURGERY prescribed 2,762 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,534 to the NHS. This is 22.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
246
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
224
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,762 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 279,903 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,534 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,762 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -22.6% 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.