Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE NORTHOLME PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

225

Total Quantity

12.7K

NHS Cost

£635

vs National Avg

+143.5%

THE NORTHOLME PRACTICE prescribed 225 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £635 to the NHS. This is 143.5% 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	225
Total Quantity	12,693
Total NHS Cost	£635
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+143.5%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	225 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+143.5% 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.