Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at MEDLOCK VALE MEDICAL PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

147

Total Quantity

13.0K

NHS Cost

£585

vs National Avg

+59.1%

MEDLOCK VALE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 147 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £585 to the NHS. This is 59.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	147
Total Quantity	13,027
Total NHS Cost	£585
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+59.1%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	147 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+59.1% 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.