Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at CRAYFORD TOWN SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

139

Total Quantity

10.5K

NHS Cost

£477

vs National Avg

+50.4%

CRAYFORD TOWN SURGERY prescribed 139 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £477 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

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	139
Total Quantity	10,476
Total NHS Cost	£477
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.