Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WEST WALK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,985
Total Quantity
542.4K
NHS Cost
£16.4K
vs National Avg
+11.7%
WEST WALK SURGERY prescribed 3,985 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,385 to the NHS. This is 11.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
343
Jul 2026
294
Jul 2026
343
Jul 2026
344
Jul 2026
321
Jul 2026
358
Jul 2026
329
Jul 2026
336
Jul 2026
351
Jul 2026
309
Jul 2026
312
Jul 2026
345
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,985 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 542,391 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,385 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +11.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,985 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +11.7% 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.