Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THORNBROOK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,261
Total Quantity
356.2K
NHS Cost
£12.3K
vs National Avg
+19.4%
THORNBROOK SURGERY prescribed 4,261 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,270 to the NHS. This is 19.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
374
Jun 2026
302
Jun 2026
357
Jun 2026
350
Jun 2026
361
Jun 2026
337
Jun 2026
397
Jun 2026
365
Jun 2026
385
Jun 2026
334
Jun 2026
336
Jun 2026
363
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,261 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 356,155 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,270 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +19.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,261 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +19.4% 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.