Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WATERFRONT AND SOLENT SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,382
Total Quantity
336.5K
NHS Cost
£12.2K
vs National Avg
-33.2%
WATERFRONT AND SOLENT SURGERY prescribed 2,382 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,176 to the NHS. This is 33.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
197
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
211
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,382 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 336,459 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,176 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -33.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,382 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -33.2% 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.