Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at CHINEHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

4,038

NHS Cost

£393

vs National Avg

-11.3%

CHINEHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 82 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £393 to the NHS. This is 11.3% below 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	82
Total Quantity	4,038
Total NHS Cost	£393
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	-11.3%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	82 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	-11.3% 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.