Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at WIGTON GROUP MEDICAL PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

115

Total Quantity

12.0K

NHS Cost

£540

vs National Avg

+24.4%

WIGTON GROUP MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 115 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £540 to the NHS. This is 24.4% 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	115
Total Quantity	12,040
Total NHS Cost	£540
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+24.4%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	115 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+24.4% 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.