Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE ELMS MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,988
Total Quantity
226.3K
NHS Cost
£9.4K
vs National Avg
-16.2%
THE ELMS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,988 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,433 to the NHS. This is 16.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
235
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
263
Jul 2026
257
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
263
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
262
Jul 2026
239
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,988 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 226,318 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,433 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,988 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -16.2% 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.