Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE DEVONSHIRE LODGE PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

137

Total Quantity

8,758

NHS Cost

£405

vs National Avg

+48.2%

THE DEVONSHIRE LODGE PRACTICE prescribed 137 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £405 to the NHS. This is 48.2% 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	137
Total Quantity	8,758
Total NHS Cost	£405
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+48.2%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	137 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+48.2% 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.