Oral rehydration salts Prescribing at ASHFIELDS PRIMARY CARE CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,262

NHS Cost

£955

vs National Avg

+80%

ASHFIELDS PRIMARY CARE CENTRE prescribed 52 items of Oral rehydration salts over the last 12 months at a cost of £955 to the NHS. This is 80% above the national average prescribing rate. Oral rehydration salts is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	52
Total Quantity	2,262
Total NHS Cost	£955
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+80%

Oral rehydration salts Prescribing Comparison

This practice	52 items
National average per practice	29 items
Difference	+80% 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.