Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THORNTON LODGE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,102
Total Quantity
180.1K
NHS Cost
£5.0K
vs National Avg
-41.1%
THORNTON LODGE SURGERY prescribed 2,102 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,963 to the NHS. This is 41.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
165
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
228
Jul 2026
164
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,102 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 180,103 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,963 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -41.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,102 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -41.1% 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.