Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at AL-SHAFA MEDICAL CENTRE
Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
108
Total Quantity
8,724
NHS Cost
£398
vs National Avg
+16.9%
AL-SHAFA MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 108 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £398 to the NHS. This is 16.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 108 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,724 |
| Total NHS Cost | £398 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16.9% |
Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 108 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 92 items |
| Difference | +16.9% 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.