Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing at THE BARNABAS MEDICAL CTRE

Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

28.2K

NHS Cost

£224

vs National Avg

+255.2%

THE BARNABAS MEDICAL CTRE prescribed 78 items of Chlorhexidine gluconate over the last 12 months at a cost of £224 to the NHS. This is 255.2% 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	78
Total Quantity	28,200
Total NHS Cost	£224
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+255.2%

Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	78 items
National average per practice	22 items
Difference	+255.2% 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.