Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at WESTBOURNE MEDICAL GROUP

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

155

Total Quantity

7,090

NHS Cost

£322

vs National Avg

+67.7%

WESTBOURNE MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 155 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £322 to the NHS. This is 67.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	155
Total Quantity	7,090
Total NHS Cost	£322
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+67.7%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	155 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+67.7% 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.