Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE SURGERY, TYLDESLEY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,338
Total Quantity
205.7K
NHS Cost
£5.8K
vs National Avg
-34.5%
THE SURGERY, TYLDESLEY prescribed 2,338 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,769 to the NHS. This is 34.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
192
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
213
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,338 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 205,720 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,769 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -34.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,338 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -34.5% 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.