Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at LONGTOWN MEDICAL CENTRE
Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
68
Total Quantity
9,968
NHS Cost
£448
vs National Avg
-26.4%
LONGTOWN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 68 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £448 to the NHS. This is 26.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
4
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 68 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,968 |
| Total NHS Cost | £448 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -26.4% |
Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 68 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 92 items |
| Difference | -26.4% 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.