Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing at URGENT GP CLINIC (LUTON)

Drugs acting on the oropharynx | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

17.1K

NHS Cost

£111

vs National Avg

+159.6%

URGENT GP CLINIC (LUTON) prescribed 57 items of Chlorhexidine gluconate over the last 12 months at a cost of £111 to the NHS. This is 159.6% 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	57
Total Quantity	17,100
Total NHS Cost	£111
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+159.6%

Chlorhexidine gluconate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	57 items
National average per practice	22 items
Difference	+159.6% 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.