Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at PRESTBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

9,520

NHS Cost

£435

vs National Avg

-13.4%

PRESTBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 80 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £435 to the NHS. This is 13.4% below 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	80
Total Quantity	9,520
Total NHS Cost	£435
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	-13.4%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	80 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	-13.4% 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.