Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WHITEPARISH SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,078
Total Quantity
161.7K
NHS Cost
£6.0K
vs National Avg
-41.7%
WHITEPARISH SURGERY prescribed 2,078 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,989 to the NHS. This is 41.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
165
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
193
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,078 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 161,697 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,989 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -41.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,078 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -41.7% 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.