Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at LEITH HILL PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

5,896

NHS Cost

£285

vs National Avg

-38.3%

LEITH HILL PRACTICE prescribed 57 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £285 to the NHS. This is 38.3% below 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	57
Total Quantity	5,896
Total NHS Cost	£285
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	-38.3%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	57 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	-38.3% 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.