Cefalexin Prescribing at CARE HOMES MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
301
Total Quantity
22.2K
NHS Cost
£970
vs National Avg
+158.8%
CARE HOMES MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 301 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £970 to the NHS. This is 158.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 301 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,236 |
| Total NHS Cost | £970 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +158.8% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 301 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +158.8% 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.