Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at UPTON SURGERY

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

117

Total Quantity

5,628

NHS Cost

£269

vs National Avg

+26.6%

UPTON SURGERY prescribed 117 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £269 to the NHS. This is 26.6% 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	117
Total Quantity	5,628
Total NHS Cost	£269
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+26.6%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	117 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+26.6% 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.