Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at OLD SCHOOL SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

114

Total Quantity

9,592

NHS Cost

£447

vs National Avg

+23.4%

OLD SCHOOL SURGERY prescribed 114 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £447 to the NHS. This is 23.4% 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	114
Total Quantity	9,592
Total NHS Cost	£447
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+23.4%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	114 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+23.4% 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.