Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at ACORN MEDICAL CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

105

Total Quantity

5,908

NHS Cost

£272

vs National Avg

+13.6%

ACORN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 105 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £272 to the NHS. This is 13.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	105
Total Quantity	5,908
Total NHS Cost	£272
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+13.6%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	105 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+13.6% 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.