Potassium chloride Prescribing at THE DISCOVERY PRACTICE
Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
84
Total Quantity
4,831
NHS Cost
£531
vs National Avg
+349.3%
THE DISCOVERY PRACTICE prescribed 84 items of Potassium chloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £531 to the NHS. This is 349.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Potassium chloride is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 84 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,831 |
| Total NHS Cost | £531 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +349.3% |
Potassium chloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 84 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 19 items |
| Difference | +349.3% 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.