Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE PENINSULA PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

107

Total Quantity

9,828

NHS Cost

£459

vs National Avg

+15.8%

THE PENINSULA PRACTICE prescribed 107 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £459 to the NHS. This is 15.8% 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	107
Total Quantity	9,828
Total NHS Cost	£459
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+15.8%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	107 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+15.8% 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.