Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE UPPINGHAM SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,067
Total Quantity
380.0K
NHS Cost
£12.0K
vs National Avg
+70.1%
THE UPPINGHAM SURGERY prescribed 6,067 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,005 to the NHS. This is 70.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
483
Jun 2026
468
Jun 2026
578
Jun 2026
504
Jun 2026
459
Jun 2026
541
Jun 2026
510
Jun 2026
584
Jun 2026
471
Jun 2026
483
Jun 2026
484
Jun 2026
502
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,067 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 379,970 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,005 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +70.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,067 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +70.1% 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.