Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE SURGERY, DR DASGUPTA & PARTNERS
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,494
Total Quantity
191.2K
NHS Cost
£5.5K
vs National Avg
-30.1%
THE SURGERY, DR DASGUPTA & PARTNERS prescribed 2,494 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,510 to the NHS. This is 30.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
247
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
322
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,494 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 191,192 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,510 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,494 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -30.1% 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.