Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THORPE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,037
Total Quantity
283.9K
NHS Cost
£11.7K
vs National Avg
+13.2%
THORPE SURGERY prescribed 4,037 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,708 to the NHS. This is 13.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
348
Jul 2026
325
Jul 2026
324
Jul 2026
370
Jul 2026
316
Jul 2026
330
Jul 2026
324
Jul 2026
354
Jul 2026
335
Jul 2026
319
Jul 2026
338
Jul 2026
354
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,037 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 283,890 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,708 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,037 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +13.2% 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.