Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE WOOTTONS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,218
Total Quantity
182.4K
NHS Cost
£6.1K
vs National Avg
-37.8%
THE WOOTTONS SURGERY prescribed 2,218 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,076 to the NHS. This is 37.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
159
Jun 2026
155
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
150
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
170
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
210
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,218 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 182,423 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,076 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -37.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,218 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -37.8% 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.