Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at HALF PENNY STEPS HEALTH CENTRE
Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
89
Total Quantity
1,912
NHS Cost
£97
vs National Avg
-3.7%
HALF PENNY STEPS HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 89 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £97 to the NHS. This is 3.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 89 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,912 |
| Total NHS Cost | £97 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -3.7% |
Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 89 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 92 items |
| Difference | -3.7% 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.