Potassium chloride Prescribing at THE ROTHERHAM VIRTUAL WARD

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

1,710

NHS Cost

£196

vs National Avg

+290.5%

THE ROTHERHAM VIRTUAL WARD prescribed 73 items of Potassium chloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £196 to the NHS. This is 290.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Potassium chloride is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	73
Total Quantity	1,710
Total NHS Cost	£196
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+290.5%

Potassium chloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	73 items
National average per practice	19 items
Difference	+290.5% 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.