Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at DR SIMS AND PARTNERS

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

140

Total Quantity

10.8K

NHS Cost

£493

vs National Avg

+51.5%

DR SIMS AND PARTNERS prescribed 140 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £493 to the NHS. This is 51.5% 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	140
Total Quantity	10,824
Total NHS Cost	£493
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+51.5%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	140 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+51.5% 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.