Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at TOWNSIDE SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

6,147

NHS Cost

£276

vs National Avg

-35.1%

TOWNSIDE SURGERY prescribed 60 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £276 to the NHS. This is 35.1% below 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	60
Total Quantity	6,147
Total NHS Cost	£276
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	-35.1%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	60 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	-35.1% 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.