Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at ELSDON AVENUE SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

145

Total Quantity

5,964

NHS Cost

£277

vs National Avg

+56.9%

ELSDON AVENUE SURGERY prescribed 145 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £277 to the NHS. This is 56.9% 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	145
Total Quantity	5,964
Total NHS Cost	£277
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+56.9%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	145 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+56.9% 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.