Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at ORMSKIRK MEDICAL PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

113

Total Quantity

12.5K

NHS Cost

£574

vs National Avg

+22.3%

ORMSKIRK MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 113 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £574 to the NHS. This is 22.3% 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	113
Total Quantity	12,523
Total NHS Cost	£574
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+22.3%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	113 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+22.3% 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.