Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at LIGHTWATER SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

127

Total Quantity

9,396

NHS Cost

£427

vs National Avg

+37.4%

LIGHTWATER SURGERY prescribed 127 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £427 to the NHS. This is 37.4% 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	127
Total Quantity	9,396
Total NHS Cost	£427
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+37.4%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	127 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+37.4% 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.