Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE PETWORTH SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,085
Total Quantity
237.1K
NHS Cost
£11.7K
vs National Avg
-13.5%
THE PETWORTH SURGERY prescribed 3,085 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,683 to the NHS. This is 13.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
288
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
303
Jul 2026
251
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
269
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
262
Jul 2026
260
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
272
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,085 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 237,085 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,683 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -13.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,085 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -13.5% 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.