Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at NEWBURY GROUP PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

230

Total Quantity

14.7K

NHS Cost

£844

vs National Avg

+148.9%

NEWBURY GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 230 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £844 to the NHS. This is 148.9% 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	230
Total Quantity	14,735
Total NHS Cost	£844
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+148.9%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	230 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+148.9% 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.