Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WALNUT TREE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
653
Total Quantity
61.7K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
-81.7%
WALNUT TREE SURGERY prescribed 653 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,218 to the NHS. This is 81.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 653 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 61,684 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,218 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -81.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 653 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -81.7% 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.