Oral rehydration salts Prescribing at LEW GP EXTENDED ACCESS SERVICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

154

Total Quantity

1,543

NHS Cost

£686

vs National Avg

+433%

LEW GP EXTENDED ACCESS SERVICE prescribed 154 items of Oral rehydration salts over the last 12 months at a cost of £686 to the NHS. This is 433% 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	154
Total Quantity	1,543
Total NHS Cost	£686
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+433%

Oral rehydration salts Prescribing Comparison

This practice	154 items
National average per practice	29 items
Difference	+433% 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.