Cefalexin Prescribing at CONSETT MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
502
Total Quantity
14.0K
NHS Cost
£882
vs National Avg
+331.6%
CONSETT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 502 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £882 to the NHS. This is 331.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 502 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,030 |
| Total NHS Cost | £882 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +331.6% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 502 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +331.6% 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.