Cefalexin Prescribing at BEACON PRIMARY CARE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
247
Total Quantity
12.8K
NHS Cost
£672
vs National Avg
+112.4%
BEACON PRIMARY CARE prescribed 247 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £672 to the NHS. This is 112.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 247 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,766 |
| Total NHS Cost | £672 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +112.4% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 247 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +112.4% 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.