Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at MEDLOCK MEDICAL PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

118

Total Quantity

6,288

NHS Cost

£302

vs National Avg

+27.7%

MEDLOCK MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 118 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £302 to the NHS. This is 27.7% 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	118
Total Quantity	6,288
Total NHS Cost	£302
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+27.7%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	118 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+27.7% 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.