Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at FRANCIS GROVE SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

150

Total Quantity

8,400

NHS Cost

£391

vs National Avg

+62.3%

FRANCIS GROVE SURGERY prescribed 150 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £391 to the NHS. This is 62.3% 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	150
Total Quantity	8,400
Total NHS Cost	£391
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+62.3%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	150 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+62.3% 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.