Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at PHGH DOCTORS

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

233

Total Quantity

10.7K

NHS Cost

£497

vs National Avg

+152.1%

PHGH DOCTORS prescribed 233 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £497 to the NHS. This is 152.1% 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	233
Total Quantity	10,655
Total NHS Cost	£497
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+152.1%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	233 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+152.1% 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.