Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing at OLDBURY HEALTH CENTRE

Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx

Items (12m)

114

Total Quantity

39.3K

NHS Cost

£324

vs National Avg

+419.1%

OLDBURY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 114 items of Chlorhexidine gluconate over the last 12 months at a cost of £324 to the NHS. This is 419.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Chlorhexidine gluconate is classified under Drugs acting on the oropharynx in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	114
Total Quantity	39,250
Total NHS Cost	£324
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+419.1%

Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	114 items
National average per practice	22 items
Difference	+419.1% 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.