Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at ELM LODGE SURGERY
Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
94
Total Quantity
10.3K
NHS Cost
£471
vs National Avg
+1.7%
ELM LODGE SURGERY prescribed 94 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £471 to the NHS. This is 1.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 94 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,338 |
| Total NHS Cost | £471 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1.7% |
Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 94 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 92 items |
| Difference | +1.7% 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.