Oral rehydration salts Prescribing at FIRSTCARE PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

103

Total Quantity

982

NHS Cost

£426

vs National Avg

+256.5%

FIRSTCARE PRACTICE prescribed 103 items of Oral rehydration salts over the last 12 months at a cost of £426 to the NHS. This is 256.5% 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	103
Total Quantity	982
Total NHS Cost	£426
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+256.5%

Oral rehydration salts Prescribing Comparison

This practice	103 items
National average per practice	29 items
Difference	+256.5% 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.