Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at HOLBEACH MEDICAL CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

102

Total Quantity

6,813

NHS Cost

£422

vs National Avg

+10.4%

HOLBEACH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 102 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £422 to the NHS. This is 10.4% 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	102
Total Quantity	6,813
Total NHS Cost	£422
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+10.4%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	102 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+10.4% 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.