Oral rehydration salts Prescribing at BOLTON COMMUNITY PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,620

NHS Cost

£558

vs National Avg

+73.1%

BOLTON COMMUNITY PRACTICE prescribed 50 items of Oral rehydration salts over the last 12 months at a cost of £558 to the NHS. This is 73.1% 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	50
Total Quantity	2,620
Total NHS Cost	£558
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	+73.1%

Oral rehydration salts Prescribing Comparison

This practice	50 items
National average per practice	29 items
Difference	+73.1% 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.