Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ADELAIDE MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,627
Total Quantity
305.8K
NHS Cost
£12.8K
vs National Avg
-26.4%
ADELAIDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,627 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,843 to the NHS. This is 26.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
228
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
259
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
188
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,627 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 305,804 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,843 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -26.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,627 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -26.4% 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.