Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at CASTLE MEADOWS SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

139

Total Quantity

12.7K

NHS Cost

£572

vs National Avg

+50.4%

CASTLE MEADOWS SURGERY prescribed 139 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £572 to the NHS. This is 50.4% 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	139
Total Quantity	12,652
Total NHS Cost	£572
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+50.4%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	139 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+50.4% 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.