Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at BEXLEY GROUP PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

243

Total Quantity

14.6K

NHS Cost

£805

vs National Avg

+162.9%

BEXLEY GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 243 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £805 to the NHS. This is 162.9% above 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	243
Total Quantity	14,616
Total NHS Cost	£805
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+162.9%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	243 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+162.9% 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.