Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at ASPEN MEDICAL PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

181

Total Quantity

12.9K

NHS Cost

£599

vs National Avg

+95.9%

ASPEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 181 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £599 to the NHS. This is 95.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	181
Total Quantity	12,937
Total NHS Cost	£599
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+95.9%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	181 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+95.9% 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.