Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE OLD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,524
Total Quantity
132.3K
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
-57.3%
THE OLD SURGERY prescribed 1,524 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,267 to the NHS. This is 57.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
126
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
114
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
111
Jul 2026
145
Jul 2026
127
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,524 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 132,250 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,267 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -57.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,524 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -57.3% 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.