Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at DATCHET HEALTH CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

189

Total Quantity

11.5K

NHS Cost

£524

vs National Avg

+104.5%

DATCHET HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 189 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £524 to the NHS. This is 104.5% 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	189
Total Quantity	11,524
Total NHS Cost	£524
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+104.5%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	189 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+104.5% 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.