Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at VICTORIA ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,961
Total Quantity
315.7K
NHS Cost
£9.2K
vs National Avg
-17%
VICTORIA ROAD SURGERY prescribed 2,961 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,157 to the NHS. This is 17% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
278
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
255
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
261
Jul 2026
267
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
247
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,961 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 315,714 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,157 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -17% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,961 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -17% 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.