Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at BUDSHEAD MEDICAL PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

7,784

NHS Cost

£348

vs National Avg

-45.9%

BUDSHEAD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 50 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £348 to the NHS. This is 45.9% 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	50
Total Quantity	7,784
Total NHS Cost	£348
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	-45.9%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	50 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	-45.9% 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.