Sodium chloride Prescribing at ORCHARD MEDICAL PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

9,836

NHS Cost

£895

vs National Avg

+149.3%

ORCHARD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 59 items of Sodium chloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £895 to the NHS. This is 149.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium chloride is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	59
Total Quantity	9,836
Total NHS Cost	£895
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+149.3%

Sodium chloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	59 items
National average per practice	24 items
Difference	+149.3% 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.