Cefalexin Prescribing at BOWLAND MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
278
Total Quantity
8,827
NHS Cost
£668
vs National Avg
+139%
BOWLAND MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 278 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £668 to the NHS. This is 139% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
22
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 278 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,827 |
| Total NHS Cost | £668 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +139% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 278 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +139% 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.