Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE WEAVERHAM SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,747
Total Quantity
310.8K
NHS Cost
£9.9K
vs National Avg
+5%
THE WEAVERHAM SURGERY prescribed 3,747 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,946 to the NHS. This is 5% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
353
Jul 2026
282
Jul 2026
365
Jul 2026
304
Jul 2026
321
Jul 2026
296
Jul 2026
254
Jul 2026
364
Jul 2026
342
Jul 2026
282
Jul 2026
286
Jul 2026
298
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,747 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 310,838 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,946 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,747 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +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.