Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WHEATFIELD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
8,664
Total Quantity
615.0K
NHS Cost
£23.6K
vs National Avg
+142.9%
WHEATFIELD SURGERY prescribed 8,664 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £23,555 to the NHS. This is 142.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
769
Jun 2026
644
Jun 2026
807
Jun 2026
758
Jun 2026
732
Jun 2026
757
Jun 2026
708
Jun 2026
744
Jun 2026
715
Jun 2026
731
Jun 2026
695
Jun 2026
604
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 8,664 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 615,035 |
| Total NHS Cost | £23,555 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +142.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 8,664 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +142.9% 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.