Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE MARGARET THOMPSON MED CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

204

Total Quantity

19.1K

NHS Cost

£863

vs National Avg

+120.7%

THE MARGARET THOMPSON MED CENTRE prescribed 204 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £863 to the NHS. This is 120.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	204
Total Quantity	19,054
Total NHS Cost	£863
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+120.7%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	204 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+120.7% 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.