Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WIVENHOE SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,671
Total Quantity
204.2K
NHS Cost
£6.4K
vs National Avg
-25.1%
WIVENHOE SURGERY prescribed 2,671 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,386 to the NHS. This is 25.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
237
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
251
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
247
Jul 2026
221
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,671 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 204,240 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,386 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -25.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,671 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -25.1% 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.