Benzydamine hydrochloride Prescribing at HANDFORTH HEALTH CENTRE

Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx

Items (12m)

142

Total Quantity

41.2K

NHS Cost

£751

vs National Avg

+83.6%

HANDFORTH HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 142 items of Benzydamine hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £751 to the NHS. This is 83.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Benzydamine hydrochloride is classified under Drugs acting on the oropharynx in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	142
Total Quantity	41,190
Total NHS Cost	£751
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+83.6%

Benzydamine hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	142 items
National average per practice	77 items
Difference	+83.6% 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.