Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE PENRHYN SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

180

Total Quantity

6,972

NHS Cost

£329

vs National Avg

+94.8%

THE PENRHYN SURGERY prescribed 180 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £329 to the NHS. This is 94.8% 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	180
Total Quantity	6,972
Total NHS Cost	£329
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+94.8%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	180 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+94.8% 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.