Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at PENDLETON MEDICAL CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

5,250

NHS Cost

£238

vs National Avg

-42.7%

PENDLETON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 53 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £238 to the NHS. This is 42.7% below 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	53
Total Quantity	5,250
Total NHS Cost	£238
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	-42.7%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	53 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	-42.7% 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.