Cefalexin Prescribing at BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
360
Total Quantity
9,493
NHS Cost
£778
vs National Avg
+209.5%
BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 360 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £778 to the NHS. This is 209.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 360 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,493 |
| Total NHS Cost | £778 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +209.5% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 360 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +209.5% 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.