Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at FOREST HEALTH CARE
Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
105
Total Quantity
4,265
NHS Cost
£198
vs National Avg
+13.6%
FOREST HEALTH CARE prescribed 105 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £198 to the NHS. This is 13.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 105 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,265 |
| Total NHS Cost | £198 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13.6% |
Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 105 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 92 items |
| Difference | +13.6% 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.