Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at WESTBANK PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

4,896

NHS Cost

£223

vs National Avg

-43.7%

WESTBANK PRACTICE prescribed 52 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £223 to the NHS. This is 43.7% 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	52
Total Quantity	4,896
Total NHS Cost	£223
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	-43.7%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	52 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	-43.7% 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.