Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at GOUGH WALK PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

168

Total Quantity

15.3K

NHS Cost

£695

vs National Avg

+81.8%

GOUGH WALK PRACTICE prescribed 168 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £695 to the NHS. This is 81.8% 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	168
Total Quantity	15,266
Total NHS Cost	£695
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+81.8%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	168 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+81.8% 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.