Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,757
Total Quantity
202.4K
NHS Cost
£6.2K
vs National Avg
-22.7%
THE SURGERY prescribed 2,757 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,212 to the NHS. This is 22.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
222
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
235
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
230
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
253
Jun 2026
260
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
230
Jun 2026
238
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,757 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 202,385 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,212 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,757 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -22.7% 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.