Cefalexin Prescribing at BUXTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
196
Total Quantity
5,005
NHS Cost
£403
vs National Avg
+68.5%
BUXTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 196 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £403 to the NHS. This is 68.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 196 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,005 |
| Total NHS Cost | £403 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +68.5% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 196 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +68.5% 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.