Oral rehydration salts Prescribing at BIRMINGHAM WIC

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

510

NHS Cost

£231

vs National Avg

+170%

BIRMINGHAM WIC prescribed 78 items of Oral rehydration salts over the last 12 months at a cost of £231 to the NHS. This is 170% above the national average prescribing rate. Oral rehydration salts is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	78
Total Quantity	510
Total NHS Cost	£231
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+170%

Oral rehydration salts Prescribing Comparison

This practice	78 items
National average per practice	29 items
Difference	+170% 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.