Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THATCHAM HEALTH CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

190

Total Quantity

21.9K

NHS Cost

£981

vs National Avg

+105.6%

THATCHAM HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 190 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £981 to the NHS. This is 105.6% 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	190
Total Quantity	21,868
Total NHS Cost	£981
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+105.6%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	190 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+105.6% 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.