Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at SOUTHFIELDS GROUP PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

172

Total Quantity

8,676

NHS Cost

£684

vs National Avg

+86.1%

SOUTHFIELDS GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 172 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £684 to the NHS. This is 86.1% 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	172
Total Quantity	8,676
Total NHS Cost	£684
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+86.1%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	172 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+86.1% 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.