Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at NORTHFIELDS SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

143

Total Quantity

9,128

NHS Cost

£416

vs National Avg

+54.7%

NORTHFIELDS SURGERY prescribed 143 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £416 to the NHS. This is 54.7% 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	143
Total Quantity	9,128
Total NHS Cost	£416
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+54.7%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	143 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+54.7% 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.