Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at BETTS AVENUE MEDICAL GROUP

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

233

Total Quantity

13.0K

NHS Cost

£594

vs National Avg

+152.1%

BETTS AVENUE MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 233 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £594 to the NHS. This is 152.1% 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	233
Total Quantity	12,966
Total NHS Cost	£594
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+152.1%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	233 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+152.1% 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.