Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at THE SIDES MEDICAL PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

101

Total Quantity

8,596

NHS Cost

£734

vs National Avg

+9.3%

THE SIDES MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 101 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £734 to the NHS. This is 9.3% 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	101
Total Quantity	8,596
Total NHS Cost	£734
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+9.3%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	101 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+9.3% 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.