Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE ELMS PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

8,736

NHS Cost

£448

vs National Avg

-31.8%

THE ELMS PRACTICE prescribed 63 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £448 to the NHS. This is 31.8% 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	63
Total Quantity	8,736
Total NHS Cost	£448
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-31.8%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	63 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	-31.8% vs national average

Explore More

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.