Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE PADDOCK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,886
Total Quantity
274.5K
NHS Cost
£11.2K
vs National Avg
+8.9%
THE PADDOCK SURGERY prescribed 3,886 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,188 to the NHS. This is 8.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
343
Jun 2026
296
Jun 2026
350
Jun 2026
321
Jun 2026
303
Jun 2026
346
Jun 2026
323
Jun 2026
327
Jun 2026
312
Jun 2026
298
Jun 2026
320
Jun 2026
347
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,886 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 274,508 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,188 |
| Presentations | 18 different forms |
| vs National Average | +8.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,886 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +8.9% 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.