Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at WOLVERLEY SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,781
Total Quantity
137.5K
NHS Cost
£4.8K
vs National Avg
-22%
WOLVERLEY SURGERY prescribed 2,781 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,768 to the NHS. This is 22% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
267
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
233
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
231
Jun 2026
241
Jun 2026
231
Jun 2026
212
Jun 2026
262
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
235
Jun 2026
221
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,781 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 137,548 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,768 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,781 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -22% 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.