Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WEST MEADS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,949
Total Quantity
353.3K
NHS Cost
£11.3K
vs National Avg
-17.3%
WEST MEADS SURGERY prescribed 2,949 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,290 to the NHS. This is 17.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
246
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
258
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
268
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
253
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,949 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 353,289 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,290 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -17.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,949 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -17.3% 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.