Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at COMBE COASTAL PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

329

Total Quantity

33.0K

NHS Cost

£1.6K

vs National Avg

+256%

COMBE COASTAL PRACTICE prescribed 329 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,586 to the NHS. This is 256% 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	329
Total Quantity	33,002
Total NHS Cost	£1,586
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+256%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	329 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+256% 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.