Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at BATLEY HEALTH CENTRE SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

116

Total Quantity

9,252

NHS Cost

£499

vs National Avg

+25.5%

BATLEY HEALTH CENTRE SURGERY prescribed 116 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £499 to the NHS. This is 25.5% 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	116
Total Quantity	9,252
Total NHS Cost	£499
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+25.5%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	116 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+25.5% 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.