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Mean household costs per diarrhoeal illness in rupees (Rs)±SD
| Metric | Cost±SD | n |
|---|---|---|
| Basic direct costs (ORS, provider fee, transport, medication costs) |
205±190 | 310 |
| Avoidance costs (extra water, kerosene and toilet fees) |
86±81 | 201 |
| Lost wages from income | 55±160 | 384 |
| Homemaker's productivity loss (foregone chores monetised) | 63 | 400 |
| Total | 409 |
