Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing at COLVILLE HEALTH CENTRE

Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

33.3K

NHS Cost

£222

vs National Avg

+268.8%

COLVILLE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 81 items of Chlorhexidine gluconate over the last 12 months at a cost of £222 to the NHS. This is 268.8% 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	81
Total Quantity	33,300
Total NHS Cost	£222
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+268.8%

Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	81 items
National average per practice	22 items
Difference	+268.8% 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.