Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at PONTELAND MEDICAL GROUP

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

262

Total Quantity

11.4K

NHS Cost

£530

vs National Avg

+183.5%

PONTELAND MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 262 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £530 to the NHS. This is 183.5% 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	262
Total Quantity	11,368
Total NHS Cost	£530
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+183.5%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	262 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+183.5% 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.