Benzydamine hydrochloride Prescribing at THE ELMS SURGERY

Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx

Items (12m)

112

Total Quantity

11.1K

NHS Cost

£409

vs National Avg

+44.8%

THE ELMS SURGERY prescribed 112 items of Benzydamine hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £409 to the NHS. This is 44.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Benzydamine hydrochloride is classified under Drugs acting on the oropharynx in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	112
Total Quantity	11,130
Total NHS Cost	£409
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+44.8%

Benzydamine hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	112 items
National average per practice	77 items
Difference	+44.8% 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.