Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at NORTHDOWN & DASHWOOD SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

105

Total Quantity

11.3K

NHS Cost

£781

vs National Avg

+13.6%

NORTHDOWN & DASHWOOD SURGERY prescribed 105 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £781 to the NHS. This is 13.6% 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	105
Total Quantity	11,346
Total NHS Cost	£781
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+13.6%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	105 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+13.6% 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.