Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at DIDSBURY MEDICAL CENTRE - DR WHITAKER

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

135

Total Quantity

8,821

NHS Cost

£400

vs National Avg

+46.1%

DIDSBURY MEDICAL CENTRE - DR WHITAKER prescribed 135 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £400 to the NHS. This is 46.1% 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	135
Total Quantity	8,821
Total NHS Cost	£400
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+46.1%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	135 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+46.1% 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.