Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE POTTERIES

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

221

Total Quantity

21.6K

NHS Cost

£965

vs National Avg

+139.1%

THE POTTERIES prescribed 221 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £965 to the NHS. This is 139.1% 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	221
Total Quantity	21,555
Total NHS Cost	£965
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+139.1%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	221 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+139.1% 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.