Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at BANCROFT MEDICAL CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

8,340

NHS Cost

£423

vs National Avg

-11.3%

BANCROFT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 82 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £423 to the NHS. This is 11.3% below 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	82
Total Quantity	8,340
Total NHS Cost	£423
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-11.3%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	82 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	-11.3% 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.