Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ELGIN CLINIC
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,721
Total Quantity
204.9K
NHS Cost
£5.0K
vs National Avg
-23.7%
ELGIN CLINIC prescribed 2,721 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,028 to the NHS. This is 23.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
226
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
250
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
237
Jun 2026
230
Jun 2026
243
Jun 2026
245
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,721 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 204,941 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,028 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -23.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,721 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -23.7% 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.