Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at JOHN SMITH MEDICAL CENTRE
Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
125
Total Quantity
7,299
NHS Cost
£337
vs National Avg
+35.3%
JOHN SMITH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 125 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £337 to the NHS. This is 35.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 125 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,299 |
| Total NHS Cost | £337 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +35.3% |
Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 125 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 92 items |
| Difference | +35.3% 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.