Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing at BIDEFORD MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx
Items (12m)
75
Total Quantity
26.8K
NHS Cost
£228
vs National Avg
+241.5%
BIDEFORD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 75 items of Chlorhexidine gluconate over the last 12 months at a cost of £228 to the NHS. This is 241.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Chlorhexidine gluconate is classified under Drugs acting on the oropharynx in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 75 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,800 |
| Total NHS Cost | £228 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +241.5% |
Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 75 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 22 items |
| Difference | +241.5% 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.