Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at LACHE HEALTH CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

125

Total Quantity

17.0K

NHS Cost

£873

vs National Avg

+35.3%

LACHE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 125 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £873 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	125
Total Quantity	16,996
Total NHS Cost	£873
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.