Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at POUND HILL MEDICAL GROUP

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

169

Total Quantity

15.5K

NHS Cost

£699

vs National Avg

+82.9%

POUND HILL MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 169 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £699 to the NHS. This is 82.9% 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	169
Total Quantity	15,516
Total NHS Cost	£699
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+82.9%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	169 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+82.9% 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.