Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at PRESTON HILL SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

235

Total Quantity

7,294

NHS Cost

£345

vs National Avg

+154.3%

PRESTON HILL SURGERY prescribed 235 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £345 to the NHS. This is 154.3% 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	235
Total Quantity	7,294
Total NHS Cost	£345
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+154.3%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	235 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+154.3% 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.