Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at QUEENSWAY MEDICAL CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

132

Total Quantity

13.4K

NHS Cost

£609

vs National Avg

+42.8%

QUEENSWAY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 132 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £609 to the NHS. This is 42.8% 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	132
Total Quantity	13,412
Total NHS Cost	£609
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+42.8%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	132 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+42.8% 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.