Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE ORCHARD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,373
Total Quantity
604.7K
NHS Cost
£18.4K
vs National Avg
+22.6%
THE ORCHARD SURGERY prescribed 4,373 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £18,435 to the NHS. This is 22.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
349
Jul 2026
356
Jul 2026
374
Jul 2026
389
Jul 2026
335
Jul 2026
381
Jul 2026
376
Jul 2026
294
Jul 2026
363
Jul 2026
379
Jul 2026
411
Jul 2026
366
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,373 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 604,738 |
| Total NHS Cost | £18,435 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +22.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,373 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.