Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE ORCHARD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,023
Total Quantity
234.5K
NHS Cost
£8.3K
vs National Avg
-43.3%
THE ORCHARD SURGERY prescribed 2,023 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,269 to the NHS. This is 43.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
172
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,023 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 234,546 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,269 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -43.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,023 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -43.3% 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.