Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at LEANDER FAMILY PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

226

Total Quantity

8,876

NHS Cost

£418

vs National Avg

+144.5%

LEANDER FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 226 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £418 to the NHS. This is 144.5% 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	226
Total Quantity	8,876
Total NHS Cost	£418
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+144.5%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	226 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+144.5% 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.