Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE ELMHURST PRACTICE
Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
98
Total Quantity
5,038
NHS Cost
£249
vs National Avg
+6%
THE ELMHURST PRACTICE prescribed 98 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £249 to the NHS. This is 6% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 98 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,038 |
| Total NHS Cost | £249 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +6% |
Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 98 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 92 items |
| Difference | +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.