Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE VILLAGE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,642
Total Quantity
196.7K
NHS Cost
£8.0K
vs National Avg
-54%
THE VILLAGE SURGERY prescribed 1,642 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,004 to the NHS. This is 54% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
142
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
147
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
132
Jun 2026
140
Jun 2026
148
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
141
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,642 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 196,651 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,004 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -54% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,642 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -54% 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.