Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THORPE HESLEY SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,582
Total Quantity
177.0K
NHS Cost
£6.1K
vs National Avg
-27.6%
THORPE HESLEY SURGERY prescribed 2,582 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,054 to the NHS. This is 27.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
212
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,582 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 176,980 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,054 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -27.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,582 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -27.6% 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.