Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at ST GILES SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

246

Total Quantity

12.5K

NHS Cost

£580

vs National Avg

+166.2%

ST GILES SURGERY prescribed 246 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £580 to the NHS. This is 166.2% 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	246
Total Quantity	12,538
Total NHS Cost	£580
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+166.2%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	246 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+166.2% 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.