Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE COMMUNITY PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

7,002

NHS Cost

£556

vs National Avg

-11.3%

THE COMMUNITY PRACTICE prescribed 82 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £556 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	7,002
Total NHS Cost	£556
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.