Cefalexin Prescribing at BURNLEY GROUP PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
309
Total Quantity
15.7K
NHS Cost
£747
vs National Avg
+165.7%
BURNLEY GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 309 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £747 to the NHS. This is 165.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
26
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 309 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,685 |
| Total NHS Cost | £747 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +165.7% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 309 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +165.7% 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.