Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

182

Total Quantity

14.7K

NHS Cost

£793

vs National Avg

+96.9%

THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE prescribed 182 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £793 to the NHS. This is 96.9% 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	182
Total Quantity	14,717
Total NHS Cost	£793
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+96.9%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	182 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+96.9% 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.