Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WESTCOTES GP SURGERY (TWO)
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
684
Total Quantity
55.0K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
-80.8%
WESTCOTES GP SURGERY (TWO) prescribed 684 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,707 to the NHS. This is 80.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 684 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 55,036 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,707 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -80.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 684 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -80.8% 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.