Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at RUTHERFORD MEDICAL CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

157

Total Quantity

13.0K

NHS Cost

£589

vs National Avg

+69.9%

RUTHERFORD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 157 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £589 to the NHS. This is 69.9% 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	157
Total Quantity	12,992
Total NHS Cost	£589
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+69.9%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	157 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+69.9% 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.