Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing at BATTERSEA FIELDS PRACTICE

Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

18.7K

NHS Cost

£172

vs National Avg

+155%

BATTERSEA FIELDS PRACTICE prescribed 56 items of Chlorhexidine gluconate over the last 12 months at a cost of £172 to the NHS. This is 155% above the national average prescribing rate. Chlorhexidine gluconate is classified under Drugs acting on the oropharynx in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	56
Total Quantity	18,650
Total NHS Cost	£172
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+155%

Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	56 items
National average per practice	22 items
Difference	+155% 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.