Benzydamine hydrochloride Prescribing at LEW GP EXTENDED ACCESS SERVICE
Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx
Items (12m)
431
Total Quantity
27.3K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+457.2%
LEW GP EXTENDED ACCESS SERVICE prescribed 431 items of Benzydamine hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,234 to the NHS. This is 457.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Benzydamine hydrochloride is classified under Drugs acting on the oropharynx in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 431 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,300 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,234 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +457.2% |
Benzydamine hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 431 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 77 items |
| Difference | +457.2% 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.