Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at QHS GP CARE HOME SERVICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

104

Total Quantity

10.1K

NHS Cost

£452

vs National Avg

+12.5%

QHS GP CARE HOME SERVICE prescribed 104 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £452 to the NHS. This is 12.5% 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	104
Total Quantity	10,114
Total NHS Cost	£452
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+12.5%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	104 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+12.5% 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.