Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THIRSK DOCTORS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,267
Total Quantity
266.9K
NHS Cost
£8.7K
vs National Avg
-8.4%
THIRSK DOCTORS SURGERY prescribed 3,267 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,721 to the NHS. This is 8.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
262
Jun 2026
231
Jun 2026
265
Jun 2026
276
Jun 2026
264
Jun 2026
273
Jun 2026
266
Jun 2026
286
Jun 2026
278
Jun 2026
266
Jun 2026
320
Jun 2026
280
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,267 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 266,863 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,721 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -8.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,267 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -8.4% 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.