Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing at THE WESTGATE PRACTICE
Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx
Items (12m)
56
Total Quantity
22.3K
NHS Cost
£181
vs National Avg
+155%
THE WESTGATE PRACTICE prescribed 56 items of Chlorhexidine gluconate over the last 12 months at a cost of £181 to the NHS. This is 155% above the national average prescribing rate. Chlorhexidine gluconate is classified under Drugs acting on the oropharynx in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 56 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,300 |
| Total NHS Cost | £181 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +155% |
Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 56 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 22 items |
| Difference | +155% 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.