Potassium chloride Prescribing at OLDBURY HEALTH CENTRE
Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
50
Total Quantity
4,112
NHS Cost
£416
vs National Avg
+167.5%
OLDBURY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 50 items of Potassium chloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £416 to the NHS. This is 167.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Potassium chloride is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 50 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,112 |
| Total NHS Cost | £416 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +167.5% |
Potassium chloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 50 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 19 items |
| Difference | +167.5% 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.