Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE ELMS SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,642
Total Quantity
187.8K
NHS Cost
£6.5K
vs National Avg
-25.9%
THE ELMS SURGERY prescribed 2,642 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,522 to the NHS. This is 25.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
212
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
222
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
243
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
222
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
222
Jun 2026
206
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,642 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 187,764 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,522 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -25.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,642 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -25.9% 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.