Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing at BEAUFORT ROAD SURGERY

Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

21.7K

NHS Cost

£172

vs National Avg

+164.1%

BEAUFORT ROAD SURGERY prescribed 58 items of Chlorhexidine gluconate over the last 12 months at a cost of £172 to the NHS. This is 164.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Chlorhexidine gluconate is classified under Drugs acting on the oropharynx in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	58
Total Quantity	21,700
Total NHS Cost	£172
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+164.1%

Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	58 items
National average per practice	22 items
Difference	+164.1% 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.