Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE ORCHARD SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

11.3K

NHS Cost

£510

vs National Avg

-22.1%

THE ORCHARD SURGERY prescribed 72 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £510 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

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	72
Total Quantity	11,256
Total NHS Cost	£510
Presentations	1 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.