Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at NIGHTINGALE MEDICAL CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

141

Total Quantity

13.6K

NHS Cost

£796

vs National Avg

+52.6%

NIGHTINGALE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 141 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £796 to the NHS. This is 52.6% 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	141
Total Quantity	13,594
Total NHS Cost	£796
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+52.6%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	141 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+52.6% 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.