Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at LITTLE BUSHEY SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

101

Total Quantity

8,280

NHS Cost

£375

vs National Avg

+9.3%

LITTLE BUSHEY SURGERY prescribed 101 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £375 to the NHS. This is 9.3% 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	101
Total Quantity	8,280
Total NHS Cost	£375
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+9.3%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	101 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+9.3% 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.