Cefalexin Prescribing at ALVASTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
192
Total Quantity
5,558
NHS Cost
£508
vs National Avg
+65.1%
ALVASTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 192 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £508 to the NHS. This is 65.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 192 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,558 |
| Total NHS Cost | £508 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +65.1% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 192 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +65.1% 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.