Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at SWINGBRIDGE SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

7,686

NHS Cost

£545

vs National Avg

-11.3%

SWINGBRIDGE SURGERY prescribed 82 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £545 to the NHS. This is 11.3% below 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	82
Total Quantity	7,686
Total NHS Cost	£545
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-11.3%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	82 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	-11.3% 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.