Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at FOREST MEDICAL
Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
156
Total Quantity
8,761
NHS Cost
£441
vs National Avg
+68.8%
FOREST MEDICAL prescribed 156 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £441 to the NHS. This is 68.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 156 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,761 |
| Total NHS Cost | £441 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +68.8% |
Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 156 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 92 items |
| Difference | +68.8% 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.