Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at MELTHAM ROAD SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

103

Total Quantity

9,618

NHS Cost

£438

vs National Avg

+11.5%

MELTHAM ROAD SURGERY prescribed 103 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £438 to the NHS. This is 11.5% 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	103
Total Quantity	9,618
Total NHS Cost	£438
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+11.5%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	103 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+11.5% 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.