Benzydamine hydrochloride Prescribing at LOWER CLAPTON GENERAL PRACTICE

Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx

Items (12m)

100

Total Quantity

9,390

NHS Cost

£281

vs National Avg

+29.3%

LOWER CLAPTON GENERAL PRACTICE prescribed 100 items of Benzydamine hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £281 to the NHS. This is 29.3% 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	100
Total Quantity	9,390
Total NHS Cost	£281
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+29.3%

Benzydamine hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	100 items
National average per practice	77 items
Difference	+29.3% 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.