Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at HIGHLANDS SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

4,872

NHS Cost

£221

vs National Avg

-40.5%

HIGHLANDS SURGERY prescribed 55 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £221 to the NHS. This is 40.5% 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	55
Total Quantity	4,872
Total NHS Cost	£221
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	-40.5%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	55 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	-40.5% 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.