Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at ELTHORNE PARK SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

126

Total Quantity

5,600

NHS Cost

£257

vs National Avg

+36.3%

ELTHORNE PARK SURGERY prescribed 126 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £257 to the NHS. This is 36.3% 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	126
Total Quantity	5,600
Total NHS Cost	£257
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+36.3%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	126 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+36.3% 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.