Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE DUNSTAN PARTNERSHIP

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

231

Total Quantity

15.2K

NHS Cost

£695

vs National Avg

+150%

THE DUNSTAN PARTNERSHIP prescribed 231 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £695 to the NHS. This is 150% 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	231
Total Quantity	15,246
Total NHS Cost	£695
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+150%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	231 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+150% 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.