Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at CARNON DOWNS SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

113

Total Quantity

9,544

NHS Cost

£473

vs National Avg

+22.3%

CARNON DOWNS SURGERY prescribed 113 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £473 to the NHS. This is 22.3% 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	113
Total Quantity	9,544
Total NHS Cost	£473
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+22.3%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	113 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+22.3% 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.