Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WELLINGTON ROAD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,632
Total Quantity
628.7K
NHS Cost
£20.5K
vs National Avg
+85.9%
WELLINGTON ROAD SURGERY prescribed 6,632 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £20,538 to the NHS. This is 85.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
588
Jul 2026
522
Jul 2026
604
Jul 2026
569
Jul 2026
481
Jul 2026
605
Jul 2026
552
Jul 2026
587
Jul 2026
519
Jul 2026
488
Jul 2026
576
Jul 2026
541
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,632 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 628,718 |
| Total NHS Cost | £20,538 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +85.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,632 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +85.9% 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.