Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at HAMSTEAD ROAD SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

165

Total Quantity

11.0K

NHS Cost

£508

vs National Avg

+78.5%

HAMSTEAD ROAD SURGERY prescribed 165 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £508 to the NHS. This is 78.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	165
Total Quantity	10,962
Total NHS Cost	£508
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+78.5%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	165 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+78.5% 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.