Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WHITCHURCH SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,363
Total Quantity
220.5K
NHS Cost
£8.9K
vs National Avg
-5.7%
WHITCHURCH SURGERY prescribed 3,363 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,867 to the NHS. This is 5.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
324
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
341
Jul 2026
287
Jul 2026
297
Jul 2026
308
Jul 2026
297
Jul 2026
262
Jul 2026
263
Jul 2026
240
Jul 2026
267
Jul 2026
241
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,363 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 220,479 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,867 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -5.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,363 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -5.7% 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.