Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WHITWELL SURGERY

Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System

Items (12m)

1,119

Total Quantity

79.3K

NHS Cost

£2.7K

vs National Avg

-68.6%

WHITWELL SURGERY prescribed 1,119 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,681 to the NHS. This is 68.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

105

Jun 2026

106

Jun 2026

104

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,119
Total Quantity	79,270
Total NHS Cost	£2,681
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	-68.6%

Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,119 items
National average per practice	3,567 items
Difference	-68.6% 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.