Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at SALTERS MEADOW HEALTH CTR

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

144

Total Quantity

10.8K

NHS Cost

£490

vs National Avg

+55.8%

SALTERS MEADOW HEALTH CTR prescribed 144 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £490 to the NHS. This is 55.8% 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	144
Total Quantity	10,759
Total NHS Cost	£490
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+55.8%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	144 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+55.8% 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.