Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE JAMES COCHRANE PRACT.

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

130

Total Quantity

14.7K

NHS Cost

£677

vs National Avg

+40.7%

THE JAMES COCHRANE PRACT. prescribed 130 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £677 to the NHS. This is 40.7% 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	130
Total Quantity	14,686
Total NHS Cost	£677
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+40.7%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	130 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+40.7% 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.