Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE MICROFACULTY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

8,160

NHS Cost

£538

vs National Avg

-22.1%

THE MICROFACULTY prescribed 72 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £538 to the NHS. This is 22.1% 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	72
Total Quantity	8,160
Total NHS Cost	£538
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-22.1%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	72 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	-22.1% 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.