Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at LAKESIDE MEDICAL

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

248

Total Quantity

20.2K

NHS Cost

£915

vs National Avg

+168.4%

LAKESIDE MEDICAL prescribed 248 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £915 to the NHS. This is 168.4% 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	248
Total Quantity	20,160
Total NHS Cost	£915
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+168.4%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	248 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+168.4% 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.