Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at UPWELL HEALTH CENTRE
Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
159
Total Quantity
12.2K
NHS Cost
£742
vs National Avg
+72%
UPWELL HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 159 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £742 to the NHS. This is 72% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 159 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,164 |
| Total NHS Cost | £742 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +72% |
Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 159 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 92 items |
| Difference | +72% 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.