Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing at SALTERS MEDICAL PRACTICE

Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

18.0K

NHS Cost

£123

vs National Avg

+173.2%

SALTERS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 60 items of Chlorhexidine gluconate over the last 12 months at a cost of £123 to the NHS. This is 173.2% 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	60
Total Quantity	18,000
Total NHS Cost	£123
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+173.2%

Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	60 items
National average per practice	22 items
Difference	+173.2% 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.