Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE SURGERY KINGSTONE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,560
Total Quantity
164.2K
NHS Cost
£6.0K
vs National Avg
-28.2%
THE SURGERY KINGSTONE prescribed 2,560 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,985 to the NHS. This is 28.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
200
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,560 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 164,161 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,985 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -28.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,560 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -28.2% 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.