Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing at JAMES WIGG PRACTICE

Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

28.6K

NHS Cost

£239

vs National Avg

+300.7%

JAMES WIGG PRACTICE prescribed 88 items of Chlorhexidine gluconate over the last 12 months at a cost of £239 to the NHS. This is 300.7% 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	88
Total Quantity	28,600
Total NHS Cost	£239
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+300.7%

Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	88 items
National average per practice	22 items
Difference	+300.7% 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.