Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WHITTLE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,766
Total Quantity
310.8K
NHS Cost
£14.6K
vs National Avg
+5.6%
WHITTLE SURGERY prescribed 3,766 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,639 to the NHS. This is 5.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
305
Jul 2026
281
Jul 2026
329
Jul 2026
287
Jul 2026
344
Jul 2026
323
Jul 2026
324
Jul 2026
333
Jul 2026
338
Jul 2026
286
Jul 2026
303
Jul 2026
313
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,766 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 310,777 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,639 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +5.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,766 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +5.6% 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.