Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WICKHAM SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,038
Total Quantity
377.5K
NHS Cost
£17.5K
vs National Avg
+69.3%
WICKHAM SURGERY prescribed 6,038 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,531 to the NHS. This is 69.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
511
Jun 2026
452
Jun 2026
479
Jun 2026
561
Jun 2026
492
Jun 2026
493
Jun 2026
481
Jun 2026
540
Jun 2026
537
Jun 2026
498
Jun 2026
484
Jun 2026
510
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,038 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 377,457 |
| Total NHS Cost | £17,531 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +69.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,038 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +69.3% 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.