Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE ELMS PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,190
Total Quantity
180.8K
NHS Cost
£8.6K
vs National Avg
-38.6%
THE ELMS PRACTICE prescribed 2,190 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,648 to the NHS. This is 38.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
161
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
175
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
194
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
171
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
200
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,190 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 180,812 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,648 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,190 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -38.6% 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.