Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at WEST4 GPS

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

140

Total Quantity

6,986

NHS Cost

£323

vs National Avg

+51.5%

WEST4 GPS prescribed 140 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £323 to the NHS. This is 51.5% 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	140
Total Quantity	6,986
Total NHS Cost	£323
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+51.5%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	140 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+51.5% 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.