Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing at THE FOREST EDGE PRACTICE
Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx
Items (12m)
89
Total Quantity
27.5K
NHS Cost
£252
vs National Avg
+305.3%
THE FOREST EDGE PRACTICE prescribed 89 items of Chlorhexidine gluconate over the last 12 months at a cost of £252 to the NHS. This is 305.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Chlorhexidine gluconate is classified under Drugs acting on the oropharynx in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 89 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,500 |
| Total NHS Cost | £252 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +305.3% |
Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 89 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 22 items |
| Difference | +305.3% 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.