Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at GREAT BARR PRACTICE
Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
151
Total Quantity
9,408
NHS Cost
£523
vs National Avg
+63.4%
GREAT BARR PRACTICE prescribed 151 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £523 to the NHS. This is 63.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
4
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 151 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,408 |
| Total NHS Cost | £523 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +63.4% |
Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 151 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 92 items |
| Difference | +63.4% 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.