Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at DRUIDS HEATH SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

159

Total Quantity

14.8K

NHS Cost

£844

vs National Avg

+72%

DRUIDS HEATH SURGERY prescribed 159 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £844 to the NHS. This is 72% 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	159
Total Quantity	14,819
Total NHS Cost	£844
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+72%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	159 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+72% 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.