Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at WATERSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

132

Total Quantity

6,047

NHS Cost

£281

vs National Avg

+42.8%

WATERSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 132 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £281 to the NHS. This is 42.8% 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	132
Total Quantity	6,047
Total NHS Cost	£281
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+42.8%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	132 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+42.8% 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.