Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE PRACTICE ALBERT ROAD

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

140

Total Quantity

8,260

NHS Cost

£423

vs National Avg

+51.5%

THE PRACTICE ALBERT ROAD prescribed 140 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £423 to the NHS. This is 51.5% 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	140
Total Quantity	8,260
Total NHS Cost	£423
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+51.5%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	140 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+51.5% 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.