Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THURLEIGH ROAD PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,150
Total Quantity
132.5K
NHS Cost
£7.5K
vs National Avg
-39.7%
THURLEIGH ROAD PRACTICE prescribed 2,150 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,461 to the NHS. This is 39.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
149
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
185
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,150 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 132,465 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,461 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -39.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,150 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -39.7% 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.