Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at ST ALBANS MEDICAL CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

144

Total Quantity

12.1K

NHS Cost

£700

vs National Avg

+55.8%

ST ALBANS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 144 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £700 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	12,098
Total NHS Cost	£700
Presentations	2 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.