Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at REDWOOD PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

159

Total Quantity

13.3K

NHS Cost

£818

vs National Avg

+72%

REDWOOD PRACTICE prescribed 159 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £818 to the NHS. This is 72% 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	159
Total Quantity	13,318
Total NHS Cost	£818
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+72%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	159 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+72% 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.