Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ELGAR HOUSE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,027
Total Quantity
499.0K
NHS Cost
£17.2K
vs National Avg
+12.9%
ELGAR HOUSE prescribed 4,027 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,190 to the NHS. This is 12.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
388
Jul 2026
285
Jul 2026
349
Jul 2026
355
Jul 2026
301
Jul 2026
316
Jul 2026
328
Jul 2026
341
Jul 2026
364
Jul 2026
327
Jul 2026
315
Jul 2026
358
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,027 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 499,007 |
| Total NHS Cost | £17,190 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +12.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,027 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +12.9% 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.