Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE RIVER SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,564
Total Quantity
155.3K
NHS Cost
£5.0K
vs National Avg
-56.2%
THE RIVER SURGERY prescribed 1,564 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,018 to the NHS. This is 56.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
140
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
145
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
127
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
132
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,564 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 155,316 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,018 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -56.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,564 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -56.2% 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.