Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing at DEAN CROSS SURGERY

Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

23.1K

NHS Cost

£185

vs National Avg

+168.7%

DEAN CROSS SURGERY prescribed 59 items of Chlorhexidine gluconate over the last 12 months at a cost of £185 to the NHS. This is 168.7% 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	59
Total Quantity	23,100
Total NHS Cost	£185
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+168.7%

Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	59 items
National average per practice	22 items
Difference	+168.7% 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.