Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WICKHAMBROOK SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,786
Total Quantity
200.0K
NHS Cost
£6.7K
vs National Avg
-21.9%
WICKHAMBROOK SURGERY prescribed 2,786 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,661 to the NHS. This is 21.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
230
Jun 2026
174
Jun 2026
260
Jun 2026
281
Jun 2026
222
Jun 2026
244
Jun 2026
262
Jun 2026
206
Jun 2026
222
Jun 2026
208
Jun 2026
231
Jun 2026
246
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,786 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 200,022 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,661 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,786 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -21.9% 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.