Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at HEADLANDS SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

111

Total Quantity

7,070

NHS Cost

£325

vs National Avg

+20.1%

HEADLANDS SURGERY prescribed 111 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £325 to the NHS. This is 20.1% 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	111
Total Quantity	7,070
Total NHS Cost	£325
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+20.1%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	111 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+20.1% 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.