Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at NEWHAM TRANSITIONAL PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

160

Total Quantity

3,612

NHS Cost

£176

vs National Avg

+73.1%

NEWHAM TRANSITIONAL PRACTICE prescribed 160 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £176 to the NHS. This is 73.1% 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	160
Total Quantity	3,612
Total NHS Cost	£176
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+73.1%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	160 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+73.1% 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.