Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE SLIEVE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,713
Total Quantity
515.1K
NHS Cost
£19.4K
vs National Avg
+4.1%
THE SLIEVE SURGERY prescribed 3,713 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £19,450 to the NHS. This is 4.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
292
Jul 2026
273
Jul 2026
316
Jul 2026
322
Jul 2026
309
Jul 2026
313
Jul 2026
304
Jul 2026
325
Jul 2026
324
Jul 2026
300
Jul 2026
326
Jul 2026
309
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,713 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 515,149 |
| Total NHS Cost | £19,450 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +4.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,713 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +4.1% 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.