Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WHIPTON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,109
Total Quantity
162.7K
NHS Cost
£4.5K
vs National Avg
-40.9%
WHIPTON SURGERY prescribed 2,109 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,471 to the NHS. This is 40.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
149
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
170
Jun 2026
165
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
164
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
166
Jun 2026
163
Jun 2026
188
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,109 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 162,728 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,471 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,109 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -40.9% 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.