Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing at BIRTLEY MEDICAL GROUP
Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx
Items (12m)
112
Total Quantity
37.4K
NHS Cost
£288
vs National Avg
+410%
BIRTLEY MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 112 items of Chlorhexidine gluconate over the last 12 months at a cost of £288 to the NHS. This is 410% above the national average prescribing rate. Chlorhexidine gluconate is classified under Drugs acting on the oropharynx in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 112 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 37,350 |
| Total NHS Cost | £288 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +410% |
Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 112 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 22 items |
| Difference | +410% 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.