Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at BUXTED MEDICAL CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

112

Total Quantity

12.3K

NHS Cost

£583

vs National Avg

+21.2%

BUXTED MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 112 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £583 to the NHS. This is 21.2% 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	112
Total Quantity	12,264
Total NHS Cost	£583
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+21.2%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	112 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+21.2% 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.