Cefalexin Prescribing at BEACON MEDICAL
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
306
Total Quantity
7,199
NHS Cost
£489
vs National Avg
+163.1%
BEACON MEDICAL prescribed 306 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £489 to the NHS. This is 163.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
22
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 306 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,199 |
| Total NHS Cost | £489 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +163.1% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 306 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +163.1% 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.