Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at HORTON PARK MEDICAL PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

178

Total Quantity

11.7K

NHS Cost

£527

vs National Avg

+92.6%

HORTON PARK MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 178 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £527 to the NHS. This is 92.6% above 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	178
Total Quantity	11,676
Total NHS Cost	£527
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+92.6%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	178 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+92.6% 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.