Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ELMSWOOD SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,516
Total Quantity
325.1K
NHS Cost
£13.9K
vs National Avg
-29.5%
ELMSWOOD SURGERY prescribed 2,516 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,891 to the NHS. This is 29.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
206
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,516 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 325,112 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,891 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,516 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -29.5% 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.