Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WILLINGTON SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,219
Total Quantity
320.0K
NHS Cost
£10.5K
vs National Avg
-37.8%
WILLINGTON SURGERY prescribed 2,219 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,528 to the NHS. This is 37.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
185
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,219 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 319,997 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,528 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -37.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,219 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -37.8% 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.