Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at HEREWARD MEDICAL CENTRE
Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
158
Total Quantity
9,471
NHS Cost
£447
vs National Avg
+71%
HEREWARD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 158 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £447 to the NHS. This is 71% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 158 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,471 |
| Total NHS Cost | £447 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +71% |
Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 158 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 92 items |
| Difference | +71% 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.