Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at HAWKINGE AND ELHAM

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

6,868

NHS Cost

£308

vs National Avg

-37.2%

HAWKINGE AND ELHAM prescribed 58 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £308 to the NHS. This is 37.2% below 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	58
Total Quantity	6,868
Total NHS Cost	£308
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	-37.2%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	58 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	-37.2% 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.